Tax Intern

Metropolis; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 51,577,344 - 65,904,384; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Stock option plan

Job summary

Metropolis is seeking a Tax Intern for a year-long internship in a fast-paced corporate environment that handles substantial tax activity, including sales, use, and parking taxes, with exposure to partnerships and corporate tax returns.

The role targets a motivated accounting student who wants hands-on experience, strong tech skills, and the ability to thrive in a team setting. Hybrid office model with on-site collaboration is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with junior standing and a minimum 3.3/4.0 GPA.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with AI software tools to optimize workflows.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and proactive mindset.
• Able to commit to 20–40 hours per week during normal business hours based on your class schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist with gathering financial information and preparing monthly sales, use, and parking tax returns; help set up structured workpapers for sales, use, and income tax returns.
• Enter journal entries, assist in setting up and maintaining recurring entries, and prepare monthly account reconciliations while researching reconciling items.
• Support the team by compiling critical information and documents required for sales/use and income tax audits.
• Gain valuable, real-world exposure to State and Federal corporate income tax compliance.
• Collaborate with the broader finance team on various strategic projects and initiatives as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Junior standing preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

AI software tools

Job description

The real world is the next frontier, and at Metropolis, we are creating the artificial intelligence to make it responsive. We are pioneering the Recognition Economy — a future where mundane repetition disappears and being known unlocks access, comfort, and belonging everywhere you go. From transforming parking into a seamless drive-in, drive-out experience for millions of Members to expanding our intelligence layer across retail and hospitality, we are building a world that feels instinctive and magical. The future isn’t coming; it’s here, and we need builders, innovators, and problem solvers to help us create it.

Who you are

Metropolis is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical Tax Intern to join our fast-paced and highly visible Tax Department. In this year-long internship, you will get hands‑on experience in a high-volume corporate environment that processes over $22MM a month in Sales, Use, and Parking taxes, alongside complex Partnership and Corporate Federal and State Tax Returns. The ideal candidate is an aspiring accounting professional who is eager to learn, possesses strong foundational tech skills, and thrives in a dynamic team setting.

What you'll do

• Assist with gathering financial information and preparing monthly sales, use, and parking tax returns; help set up structured workpapers for sales, use, and income tax returns
• Enter journal entries, assist in setting up and maintaining recurring entries, and prepare monthly account reconciliations while researching reconciling items
• Support the team by compiling critical information and documents required for sales/use and income tax audits
• Gain valuable, real‑world exposure to State and Federal corporate income tax compliance
• Collaborate with the broader finance team on various strategic projects and initiatives as needed

What we’re looking for

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Junior standing preferred) with a minimum GPA of 3.3/4.0
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Knowledge of and experience using AI software tools to optimize workflows
• Exceptional organizational skills, sharp attention to detail, and a proactive mindset
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week (with flexibility up to 40 hours per week during normal business hours based on your class schedule)

Hybrid Office Model: Metropolis values in‑person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office‑first model, which requires employees to be on‑site in a hybrid capacity, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connection.

The anticipated base pay for this position is $18.00 USD to $23.00 USD hourly. The actual base pay offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base pay is one component of Metropolis' total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans, and more.

Metropolis may utilize an automated employment decision tool (AEDT) to assess or evaluate your candidacy for employment or promotion. AEDTs are used to assist in assessing a candidate’s application relative to the required job qualifications and responsibilities listed in the job posting.

Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.