SALT Internship: Tax Advisory & Research

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP in Chicago invites a State & Local Tax Intern to join our tax advisory and compliance team. You will gain hands-on experience on SALT issues, M&A due diligence, and multi-state payroll and sales tax projects while building a professional network across the firm.

This paid internship supports your accounting education, requires enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s program, and offers mentorship from experienced professionals, with potential for a full-time

Qualifications

• Foundational accounting knowledge developed through coursework or internships.
• Ability to conduct basic research and document findings clearly.
• Enthusiasm for learning and applying new technologies responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in state and local taxation (SALT).
• Assist with research and memoranda on SALT issues for various entities.
• Support in sales/use, income/franchise, and other tax projects.
• Participate in internship orientation and training programs.
• Learn from experienced professionals across multiple industries.

Skills

Foundational accounting knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Research skills

AI-enabled tools awareness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

JD/LLM preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP in Chicago invites a State & Local Tax Intern to join our tax advisory and compliance team. You will gain hands-on experience on SALT issues, M&A due diligence, and multi-state payroll and sales tax projects while building a professional network across the firm.

This paid internship supports your accounting education, requires enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s program, and offers mentorship from experienced professionals, with potential for a full-time