Tax Intern: Hands-On Public Accounting (Jan–Apr 2028)

First Roles; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Olsen Thielen & Co., Ltd. is offering a full‑time tax internship from January to mid‑April 2028 in Minnesota. The program provides strong onboarding, technical training, and mentor support to help you build practical skills and contribute to client engagements.

You will assist with federal and state tax returns, tax research, and gain exposure to clients across manufacturing, nonprofit, real estate, and more, collaborating with staff to partners at all levels.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting.
• Maintains a minimum 3.25 GPA in accounting and can provide proof.
• Has four or more accounting courses, including Intermediate Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Conduct tax research and support the team in client questions.
• Work with a variety of clients across industries including manufacturing, nonprofit, real estate, and more.
• Collaborate with staff, seniors, managers, and partners on engagements.
• Gain exposure to tax compliance processes and seasonal workflow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

GPA 3.25+

Four accounting courses including Intermediate Accounting

Job description

Olsen Thielen & Co., Ltd. is offering a full‑time tax internship from January to mid‑April 2028 in Minnesota. The program provides strong onboarding, technical training, and mentor support to help you build practical skills and contribute to client engagements.

You will assist with federal and state tax returns, tax research, and gain exposure to clients across manufacturing, nonprofit, real estate, and more, collaborating with staff to partners at all levels.