Tax Intern - Spring 2028

DOZ; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship at three levels

Regular feedback

Foundation involvement

Job summary

DOZ in Indiana invites you to join a structured, full-time internship in our in-office team. You will work 55 hours weekly during peak season, gaining hands-on tax preparation experience for partnerships, individuals, personal property, and corporations.

You’ll be mentored at three levels, review progress regularly, and complete around 200 returns over 3.5 months while gaining real-world, deadline-driven experience in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Accounting major working toward the credit-hour requirements to sit for the CPA exam.
• Cumulative GPA and major GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Completion of at least one intermediate accounting course before the internship begins preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete onboarding and training before client engagements.
• Prepare partnership, individual, personal property, and corporate tax returns.
• Learn from team members with diverse experience and knowledge.
• Complete an average of 200 tax returns within 3.5 months.
• Meet with your in-charge to review progress and sharpen skills.

Skills

CPA prep

GPA 3.0+

Intermediate accounting

55+ hours/week

Reliable transportation

Authorized to work in US

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Accounting major

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

At DOZ, we believe stronger communities start with equitable housing and community development. That is why we focus almost exclusively on serving the affordable housing and community development industries. We partner with clients across the country, helping them grow and adapt through high-quality, specialized accounting services. When our clients succeed, communities become stronger and more equitable. It is meaningful work.

What to Expect

This is a full-time, in-office internship running from January through mid-March. Interns work an average of 55 hours per week, with peak weeks reaching up to 65 hours during the height of busy season. We share that upfront so you can come in prepared and with a clear understanding of the experience.

What You'll Do

• Complete a structured onboarding and training program before working on client engagements
• Prepare partnership, individual, personal property, and corporate tax returns
• Learn directly from your team members with a wide variety of specialized experience and technical knowledge
• Complete an average of 200 tax returns within the 3.5-month internship
• Meet with your in-charge to review your progress and sharpen your skills

What We're Looking For

• Accounting major working toward the credit-hour requirements needed to sit for the CPA exam
• Cumulative GPA and major GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• Completion of at least one intermediate accounting course before the internship begins preferred
• Ability to take leave from spring semester classes and commit to 55 or more hours per week during the internship
• Reliable transportation to and from the office
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
• Entrepreneurial, hardworking, and adaptable, with strong critical-thinking skills and a willingness to take on new and challenging assignments

What You'll Get

• Compensation: This position pays $29.00 to $48.00 per hour. Actual compensation within this range will depend on qualifications, experience, and, where applicable, other job-related factors permitted by law
• This position is not eligible for bonuses, commissions, or employee benefits, except as required by applicable law
• This pay range reflects a good-faith estimate of the compensation for this position in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws
  Real experience working through the same busy season as full-time Associates
• Mentorship at three levels: a DOZ Buddy for day-to-day support, a Partner or Principal Lead for professional development, and an HR Lead for overall guidance
• Honest, regular feedback so you know where you stand and how to improve
• Close collaboration with your team throughout the internship
• An introduction to the DOZ Charitable Foundation and opportunities to stay involved after the internship ends

Equal Opportunity Employer

DOZ is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.