Tax Intern

Nichols-Accounting-Group-PC; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Nichols-Accounting-Group-PC in Nampa, Idaho invites you to join our tax team as a Spring 2027 Intern. This paid, in-person internship offers real hands-on tax work and mentorship from experienced professionals in public accounting.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a four-year accounting degree, have completed substantial tax coursework, and can commit at least 20 hours per week. You will prepare tax returns, assist with working papers, and gain skills valued by CPAs and employers alike.

Qualifications

• Four-year accounting degree, actively in process or complete preferred.
• 150 credit hours of accounting courses, path to CPA license preferred.
• Junior or senior level with at least one Tax course preferred.
• Availability, minimum of 20 hours per week, full-time preferred.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and computer accounting software programs.
• Good time management, organizational skills, oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tax returns.
• Complete assigned work papers and projects.
• Apply knowledge of tax law and accounting principles.
• Support internal projects, client work, firm advancement and more!

Skills

Time management

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Proactive learning

Education

Four-year accounting degree (in process or complete)

150 credit hours of accounting courses

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Accounting software

Job description

Description

Are you looking to launch your career in a place where culture, community, and career development come together? Join us as a Tax Intern for Spring 2027 at our Nampa office!

We’re proud to have been voted the #1 Best Place to Work in Idaho statewide for medium-sized businesses four years in a row—a reflection of how seriously we take our culture, work-life fulfillment, and yes, having a little fun along the way.

Internship Details:

• Start Date: January 2027
• End Date: April 2027
• Location: Nampa, Idaho
• Internship Type: Paid, in-person

This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in public accounting, work with experienced professionals, and develop skills that will serve you well throughout your career. You’ll work on real tax projects and be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions. If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and excited to be part of a workplace that truly values its people, we’d love to hear from you!

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Opportunities for career growth & development
• Access to the top – work directly with Senior Leaders
• Flexible work arrangement options to help you balance work, life, and family

Our Core Values:

Principled, Authentic, Intentional, Determined

Our Mission:

To glorify God by using our knowledge, skills, and talents to develop our employees to be leaders assisting the business community in growing healthy, strong organizations.

The Job:

• Prepare tax returns
• Complete assigned work papers and projects
• Apply knowledge of tax law and accounting principles
• Support internal projects, client work, firm advancement and more!

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four-year accounting degree, actively in process or complete preferred
• 150 credit hours of accounting courses, path to obtain a CPA license preferred
• Junior or senior level with at least one Tax course preferred
• Availability, minimum of 20 hours per week, full-time preferred
• Demonstrated ability to learn accounting and/or tax as required for the position
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and computer accounting software programs
• Good time management, organizational skills, oral and written communication skills

Nichols provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.