Tax Internship - Spring 2028

Notre Dame; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Notre Dame is seeking an Accounting student for a role supporting tax work and client engagements in Wisconsin. You will gather information from clients, prepare documents, and use data analysis to support recommendations while working with professional staff.

Gain hands-on experience in tax software and related applications, learning to become a trusted advisor and to manage deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in accounting with tax coursework.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
• Plans to sit for the CPA exam after graduation.
• Data analytics coursework is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Authorized to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client and firm requests promptly and professionally.
• Gather information from clients to complete documents.
• Use data analysis to identify useful information and support recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency.
• Prepare tax returns and projections following standards.
• Use tax and accounting software effectively.
• Research tax-related issues and financial reports.
• Conduct limited tax return interviews as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Independent thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting with tax coursework

GPA 3.0+

CPA exam eligibility upon graduation

Data Analytics or Big Data coursework

Tools

Tax software

Accounting software

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Respond to client and firm associate requests promptly and professionally
• Gather necessary information from clients to complete required documents
• Use data analysis skills to identify useful information and support recommendations
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency
• Prepare individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns and projections following firm and professional standards
• Use current tax and accounting software applications effectively
• Research tax-related issues and financial reports
• Conduct limited tax return interviews as needed

About You

The company is looking for:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting with completion of corporate or individual taxation class
• Above average accounting knowledge demonstrated by college GPA, preferably 3.0 or higher
• Working towards eligibility to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
• Ability to think independently and make informed decisions based on education and experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and staff
• Ability to prioritize work, take initiative, follow through on requests, and meet deadlines
• Legal authorization to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• Access to free, confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development

Gain hands-on experience in tax work and related software applications while working alongside professionals at all levels. Develop skills to become a trusted business advisor and enhance administrative, professional, and interpersonal abilities.

Career Progression

Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team supporting client engagements across various industries, gaining exposure to small businesses and large corporations.