State & Local Tax Intern: Sales & Use Focus

RSM US LLP; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

RSM US LLP invites applications for a State and Local Tax Intern position in California. Interns collaborate with teams on multiple client engagements, gaining exposure to tax planning, research, and process optimization while building professional relationships across client industries.

Applicants should be pursuing a BA/BS with an accounting major and have completed at least 90 credit hours; a 3.0 GPA is preferred. Travel to client sites is required as part of the program.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work effectively on a team.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Integrating state and local tax services with existing clients.
• Completing tax planning and research tasks.
• Developing an understanding of state and local tax regulations and accounting pronouncements.
• Reviewing clients' current tax processes to identify inefficiencies and provide enhancements to reduce tax exposure.
• Collaborating with client IT personnel to obtain data for reporting requirements, audits, and potential refunds or credits.
• Assisting the client with evaluating sales/use tax software systems that meet compliance needs and support implementation.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

BA/BS in progress or equivalent

Accounting major

90 credit hours completed

GPA 3.0 preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RSM US LLP invites applications for a State and Local Tax Intern position in California. Interns collaborate with teams on multiple client engagements, gaining exposure to tax planning, research, and process optimization while building professional relationships across client industries.

Applicants should be pursuing a BA/BS with an accounting major and have completed at least 90 credit hours; a 3.0 GPA is preferred. Travel to client sites is required as part of the program.