Summer 2027 Intern, Real Property Tax

LPU Batangas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Mentorship opportunities

Hands-on training

Networking with industry leaders

All-expense-paid trip to Dallas HQ

Competitive pay

Award-winning culture

Job summary

Ryan is seeking motivated interns to support multi-state state and local tax projects in a fast-paced environment. You will help identify tax savings opportunities and assist with controversy proceedings, hearings, and protests while developing technical memoranda and client communications.

The role emphasizes research, data analysis, and collaboration with professionals across levels, with training and mentoring provided. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Enrollment as student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or Economics.
• Anticipated graduation date within one year of internship.
• Minimum overall and major GPA of 2.8.
• Minimum of 6–12 accounting hours depending on practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional client service by identifying tax savings opportunities for multi-state companies.
• Assist with state and local tax controversies, including hearings and protests.
• Research and draft technical memoranda on state and local tax questions.
• Respond to client inquiries from tax authorities.
• Review documentation and research issues.
• Work with raw data to complete detailed calculations.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Real Estate/Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Internet research

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Provide exceptional client service to multi-state companies by identifying tax savings opportunities.
• Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies, including preparing clients for auditor discussions, representing clients at hearings and appeal meetings, and preparing protests.
• Research and draft technical memoranda regarding state and local tax questions or issues.
• Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities.
• Review documentation and research issues.
• Work with raw data to complete detailed calculations.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Students working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or Economics.
• Anticipated graduation date within one year of internship.
• Minimum overall and major GPA of 2.8.
• Minimum of 6–12 accounting hours depending on practice.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Strong problem‑solving, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and handle ambiguity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, and internet navigation and research.
• Valid driver's license required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range for certain Illinois-based intern roles: $23.70 - $27.50.
• Competitively paid internship.
• Paid holidays.
• Mentorship opportunities and hands‑on training.
• Networking with industry leaders.
• All-expense‑paid trip to Ryan Headquarters in Dallas, TX (summer interns only).
• Award-winning culture.

Training & Development

Interns receive training and development to become seasoned state, local, federal, and international tax professionals.