Tax Summer 2027 Internship - San Diego, CA

CohnReznick; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 11,241,000 - 22,482,000; Full time

Job summary

CohnReznick in San Diego offers a Tax Summer Internship for Summer 2027, giving you hands-on exposure to current tax laws and client engagements. You’ll work with mentors and a team of interns and professionals to grow skills in a collaborative environment.

You are pursuing an Accounting degree, aiming for CPA eligibility (150 credits) with a minimum 3.2 GPA, and you bring advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. This hybrid role emphasizes learning and contribution in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• On track to complete 150 credits for CPA eligibility.
• Minimum 3.2 GPA in major and overall.
• Must have completed Intermediate Accounting with a grade of B or higher.
• Leadership experience in student groups, activities, or team projects.
• Excellent communication skills and sharp critical thinking.
• Comfortable navigating fast-paced environments and embracing change.
• Must have advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; eager to learn new technologies.
• US citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of client deliverables including preparation of tax returns for individuals, partnerships and corporations.
• Identify potential tax issues and prepare tax adjusting entries and tax trial balances.
• Assist the team with daily client workflow.
• Collaborate with interns and professionals on hands-on projects and expand your professional network.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

On track to complete 150 credit hours for CPA eligibility

Minimum 3.2 GPA in both your major and overall

Completed Intermediate Accounting with a grade of B or higher

Job description

Opportunity ID

9753

Department Tax

Location(s) San Diego

Program Type Summer internship

Function Tax

Job Description

Tax Summer 2027 Internship –San Diego , CA

Are you anAccountingstudent looking to launch your career with hands-on experience at a top professional services firm? CohnReznick is seeking motivated, high-achieving college students who are passionate about accounting and eager to take on new challenges. If you thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy working with diverse teams, and want to make a real impact, we want you here!

CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insightonhow emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

W e currently have an exciting career opportunity in our San Diego officefor Summer 2027 (June-August). We are looking for Tax Summer Interns to join our team!

Most CohnReznick professionals live within commuting distance of an office. This position is considered hybrid,which means team members are expected to be thoughtful and intentional in how they create opportunities for in-person collaboration. While the cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level, our professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week.

YOUR TEAM.

• Engagement Team: You will work closely on a team made up of other Interns, Associates, Senior Associates, Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners.

• Industries: We serve a variety of clients across industries,including:Consumer & Industrial, Financial Sponsors & Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Public Sector, Real Estate, Renewable Energy, Technology & Media, and Private Client Services (variesby office).

• Office: Enjoy a modern office environment designed for your success—featuring amenities and collaborative spaces where you can connect, learn, and grow alongside fellow interns and professionals.

• Performance Coach: Will meet with you to establish goals, provide feedback and support to guide you along your career path of choice; many of our current Managers and Partners were once CR Interns themselves.

• CR Friend: A designated peer who will be your go-to person as you get started, answer your questions, and help you feel at home from day one.

WHY COHNREZNICK?

At CohnReznick, you’ll join a team committed to helping you grow professionally, offering opportunities to build skills, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact throughout your career journey.

YOUR ROLE.

As a Tax Summer Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience with current tax laws and procedures while working on real client engagements. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals, work across diverse industries, and accelerate your growth through mentorship.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Work on a variety of clientdeliverablesincluding preparation of tax returns, individuals, partnerships and corporate tax returns.

• Identify potential tax issues and prepare tax adjusting entries and tax trial balances based on audited or client provided trial balances.

• Assist the team with daily client workflow.

• You’ll also team up with other interns and professionals for hands-on projects, building real-world skills while expanding your professional network and positioning you for success in a competitive industry.

YOUR EXPERIENCE.

We are looking for highly dedicated professionals with impressive credentials that are driven by new challenges and growth opportunities. Successful team members are looking for a work environment that values and promotes camaraderie, collaboration,and giving back to the community.

The successful candidate will have:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s orMaster’s degree in Accounting

• On track to complete 150 credithoursfor CPA eligibility

• Minimum 3.2 GPA in both your major and overall

• Must have successfully completed Intermediate Accounting with a grade of B or higher

• Leadership experience in student groups, activities, or team projects

• Exhibit excellent communication skills and demonstrate sharp critical thinking

• Comfortable navigating fast-paced environments and embracing change

• Must have advanced skills inExcel,PowerPoint, and eager to learn new technologies

• Must be a U.S.citizen or permanent resident

In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards.

In San Diego, California, the salary for an Intern is $34 per hour. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes access to best-in-class learning and development platforms. To learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit Life at CohnReznick.

"CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attestservices to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.

CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated againston the basis ofdisability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.

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