Tax Intern

TechMendra Systems; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

TechMendra Systems offers a hybrid Tax Intern role with significant in-person work at our Raleigh office. The position provides hands-on experience across business, individual, international, and state tax, plus global compliance exposure, designed to develop entry-level tax professionals who support client engagements across diverse industries.

You will participate in complex tax projects, conduct research, and assist with planning initiatives while building a professional network within a firm

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing or have a degree in Accounting.
• Minimum GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Willingness to travel and work in a hybrid model (≈60% in-person).
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diverse tax service areas: business, individual, international, state and local, transactions tax, and global compliance.
• Engage in complex tax compliance projects for clients across multiple industries.
• Perform in-depth tax research and contribute to strategic tax planning with senior colleagues.
• Support tax compliance and reporting processes ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence.
• Build a professional network and develop as a well-rounded tax professional.

Skills

English communication

Accounting fundamentals

Analytical skills

Hybrid work adaptability

Travel readiness

CPA exam planning

Education

Accounting degree (Undergrad/Grad)

Job description

Tax Intern | TechMendra Systems

The Tone:

This is a hybrid internship at TechMendra Systems, with a significant in-person component at a company office location. TechMendra Systems provides comprehensive tax solutions and consulting across a diverse range of industries including automotive, financial services, healthcare, and technology. The role offers hands-on experience in taxation, designed to develop future broad-based tax professionals who can directly influence major business decisions and tackle complex challenges in taxation.

The TL;DR

• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal/Temporary (Winter 2027)
• Location: Hybrid (60% in-person for client-serving roles)
• Pay: $37.50–$48.08 hourly
• Mission: To equip individuals with skills and knowledge to address complex taxation challenges, providing comprehensive tax services to clients across various industries and influencing key business decisions.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Gain comprehensive experience across diverse tax service areas, including business, individual, international, state and local, and transactions tax, as well as global compliance and reporting. This exposure is part of the company’s 360 Careers Tax model, fostering a well-rounded understanding of the taxation landscape.
• Engage directly in complex tax compliance projects for a wide array of the company’s clients, working across industries such as automotive, consumer products, financial services, health and life sciences, media and entertainment, mining and metals, oil and gas, power and utilities, and technology.
• Conduct in-depth tax research and contribute to strategic tax planning initiatives, collaborating with senior colleagues and participating in important client and internal meetings to develop unique business insights.
• Support and manage various tax compliance and reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to regulatory requirements for clients.
• Develop a strong professional network and build relationships within an area that significantly influences major business decisions daily, preparing you to become a well-rounded tax professional.

The Must-Haves

• Background: This is an Entry-Level internship. Candidates must be currently pursuing or have a predicted undergraduate or graduate degree in Accounting.
• Experience: No prior work experience is explicitly required for this internship. Candidates must demonstrate a strong academic record, maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Skills:
  1. Excellent English language communication skills, vital for internal collaboration and client interaction.
  2. Foundational understanding of accounting principles and an interest in applying these to complex tax scenarios.
  3. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, essential for performing research and contributing to compliance and planning projects.
  4. Adaptability and willingness to work within a hybrid model (approximately 60% in-person), including the ability to travel and work beyond standard hours as client needs dictate.
  5. Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship, now and in the future.
• Bonus: A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher is preferred. Candidates should meet the minimal educational requirements for CPA licensure in their base state prior to beginning full-time employment and possess a demonstrable plan for passing the CPA exam. Access to reliable transportation, including a driver’s license, is strongly recommended due to potential travel to client sites.