Tax Intern - Spring 2028

Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC; Carmel (IN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program at three levels

Regular feedback and progress reviews

Collaborative team environment

Introduction to charitable foundation

Job summary

Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC is offering a full-time, in-office internship in Carmel, IN from January through mid-March. Interns will work about 55 hours per week, with peak weeks up to 65 hours during busy season.

You will complete onboarding, prepare various tax returns, and learn from a seasoned team while aiming to produce around 200 returns in 3.5 months. Strong CPA prep mindset and reliable transportation are expected.

Qualifications

• Accounting major working toward CPA exam eligibility.
• GPA 3.0+ (cumulative and major GPA preferred).
• Completion of at least one intermediate accounting course preferred.
• Willingness to take spring semester leave and commit to 55+ hours weekly.
• Reliable transportation to the office and work authorization in the U.S.

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 during the internship.
• Meet with your in-charge to review progress and sharpen skills.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Hardworking

Adaptable

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting major pursuing CPA eligibility

Intermediate accounting course completed

Job description

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.