Summer Tax Intern

PKF O’Connor Davies; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

PKF O’Connor Davies is offering a Summer Tax Intern position for 2027 in Woburn/Boston, MA. This 8-week, full-time internship is paid and may extend into the fall as a part-time opportunity. You’ll work closely with an Intern Adviser and gain hands-on experience in tax services for diverse clients.

Applicants must be accounting students nearing degree completion, authorized to work in the U.S., and able to commit at least 20 hours per week. Travel to local clients may be required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least 75% completion.
• Authorized to work in the United States; the firm will not sponsor work visas for this position.
• Ability to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week for the 8-week program; weekend work may be required.
• Willingness for frequent local travel to clients and other PKF O’Connor Davies locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing quality tax services as a team member on engagements.
• Scan and prepare various types of tax returns efficiently and accurately.
• Conduct a comprehensive research project and present findings to firm leadership.
• Develop and apply knowledge of all routinely used microcomputer applications to support tax services.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microcomputer applications

Job description

Summer Tax Intern (2027) – Woburn/Boston, MA | PKF O’Connor Davies

The Tone:

This is a full-time, paid 8-week internship at PKF O’Connor Davies, located in Woburn/Boston, MA, with a potential part-time extension into the fall. PKF O’Connor Davies is a top-ranked accounting, tax, and advisory firm with a century-long reputation for deep industry expertise and delivering real value to clients across diverse industries. This role is crucial for students to gain real-world, hands‑on tax experience, immerse themselves in the firm’s collaborative culture, and prepare for a rewarding career in public accounting.

The TL;DR

• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Woburn/Boston, MA
• Pay: $30–$32 hourly
• Team: Works as a team member with an assigned Intern Adviser.
• Mission: Provide quality tax services to firm clients and explore a career in public accounting through hands‑on experience and professional development.
• Tech Stack: Microcomputer applications

What You’ll Actually Do

• Assist in providing quality tax services to the firm’s clients by working as a team member on diverse client engagements.
• Scan and prepare various types of tax returns efficiently and accurately.
• Conduct a comprehensive research project and prepare a presentation of findings for firm leadership.
• Become familiar with and adhere to the firm’s policies and procedures while developing knowledge of basic technical tax requirements.
• Develop and apply a working knowledge of all routinely used microcomputer applications to support tax services.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Entry-level candidate pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, with at least 75% of the degree completed from an accredited university. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, as the firm will not sponsor work visas for this position.
• Experience: Ability to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week for the 8-week program, with necessary availability for weekend work, and a willingness for frequent local travel to clients and other PKF O’Connor Davies locations.
• Skills: Good communication and computer skills, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to multitask effectively.