Tax Internship: Build Tax Skills & Client Experience

Purvis, Gray & Company, LLP ~ Certified Public Accountants; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis Gray’s Tax Internship in Tallahassee offers accounting students hands-on experience by assisting tax professionals with diverse client work this spring. You will work closely with our tax professionals, learn to prepare returns, use tax software, and participate in training sessions while aiming to meet CPA licensure requirements.

This internship runs January–April 2027 and emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• Completion of at least one Individual Taxation or Corporate/Business Taxation course prior to start.
• Intends to meet CPA licensure requirements upon graduation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow through on assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative, and learn as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Available for the full internship cohort and scheduled work commitments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns and related workpapers under guidance of engagement leaders.
• Assist with tax projections, estimates, and other client-related tax planning activities.
• Use current tax and accounting software to complete assigned work accurately and efficiently.
• Research tax-related questions and summarize findings for review.
• Organize and review client-provided information for completeness and accuracy.
• Communicate with team members regarding assigned work, questions, and deadlines.
• Handle sensitive and confidential client information with professionalism and integrity.
• Participate in training, team meetings, and other opportunities to learn more about tax and public accounting.
• Complete additional projects and assignments that support client service and professional development.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking & deadlines

Team collaboration & initiative

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting (in progress)

Course in Individual Taxation or Corporate/Business Taxation

Intent to meet CPA licensure requirements

Job description

Purvis Gray’s Tax Internship in Tallahassee offers accounting students hands-on experience by assisting tax professionals with diverse client work this spring. You will work closely with our tax professionals, learn to prepare returns, use tax software, and participate in training sessions while aiming to meet CPA licensure requirements.

This internship runs January–April 2027 and emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and professional development.