Tax Internship - Summer 2028

Cognitioworld; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Cognitioworld in Salt Lake City is offering a summer internship for students pursuing accounting degrees. You will prepare federal and state income tax returns and supporting work papers, under supervision, gaining hands-on experience.

This paid internship is a hybrid role requiring about 40 hours per week from mid-June to mid-August. Ideal candidates are on track to graduate between Dec 2028 and Jul 2029, with strong GPAs and Beta Alpha Psi membership, and a readiness to learn and contribute.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a master’s in accounting/taxation with graduation window Dec 2028–Jul 2029.
• Available to work 40 hours per week from mid-June through mid-August.
• Minimum overall and accounting GPAs of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts.
• Complete projects within engagement timeline and budget.
• Learn and use firm tax preparation software to enhance service quality.
• Perform self-review of work and tax technical research as assigned.
• Develop relationships with firm professionals and participate in training.
• Collaborate with buddy and performance manager on professional development of technical and soft skills.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Team player

Fast learner

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s in accounting

Master’s in accounting/taxation

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Prepare federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts, including related income tax work papers
• Complete various projects within engagement timeline and budget guidelines
• Learn and effectively use firm tax preparation software to enhance service quality and share knowledge with team members
• Perform self-review of work and tax technical research assigned by supervisors
• Develop strong relationships with firm professionals
• Participate in firm training and activities
• Collaborate with your buddy and performance manager on professional development of technical and soft skills

About You

The company is looking for:

• Students on track to complete a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a master’s degree in accounting or taxation between December 2028 and July 2029
• Availability to work 40 hours per week from mid-June through mid-August
• Minimum overall and accounting GPAs of 3.0
• Active membership in Beta Alpha Psi or another campus accounting organization
• Strong technical aptitude with effective verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership skills demonstrating strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment and receptiveness to feedback and coaching
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and take initiative on projects
• High attention to detail
• Positive attitude and team player mentality with a can-do spirit

Compensation & Benefits

• Hybrid work model allowing eligible employees to work remotely and in the office based on business needs and team coordination

Training & Development

Significant investments in training provide diverse and intellectually stimulating work that helps develop and refine skills to advance in the profession.

Career Progression

Opportunities for career growth exist as the firm continues to expand client service offerings and invest in professional development.

Note: The firm does not sponsor work authorization for candidates