Winter 2027 Tax or Audit Internship

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP in California offers internship opportunities in Assurance and Tax. You will gain hands-on experience supporting audit and tax engagements, while working with seasoned professionals focused on your development.

The program emphasizes technical accounting knowledge, client service, and teamwork. Current students pursuing a bachelor's in Accounting or related fields can apply, with at least one term remaining.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or pursuing a bachelor's degree program in Accounting or a related business discipline from an accredited institution.
• Must have at least one academic term remaining after internship.
• On track to meet the educational requirements for CPA exam eligibility; authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist engagement teams with audit and assurance procedures.
• Support tax engagements by preparing federal, state, and local returns and workpapers.
• Conduct research and document findings to support engagement questions.
• Maintain well‑supported documentation and communicate progress and questions promptly.

Skills

Accounting basics

Excel

Documentation

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Description

Position Summary

As an Assurance Intern, you'll gain hands‑on experience supporting audit and other assurance engagements while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your development. You'll contribute to meaningful client work by assisting engagement teams with assigned audit procedures, analyzing information, documenting your work and conclusions, and building an understanding of clients' businesses, industries, and assurance needs. As a Tax Intern, you'll gain hands‑on experience supporting tax engagements while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your development. You'll contribute to meaningful client work by assisting with tax returns, workpapers, research, and analysis while building an understanding of clients' businesses, industries, and tax needs. Through structured training, coaching, and active participation on engagement teams, you'll strengthen your technical accounting knowledge, technology, communication and client service skills while exploring a career in public accounting and building relationships across the firm.

Internship opportunities are available during the following seasons:

Winter Internship: January-April

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engagement team members and clients to obtain information and maintain well-supported documentation.
• Complete assigned work accurately and on time, communicating progress, questions, and potential issues promptly.
• Apply coaching and feedback to strengthen technical knowledge and work quality.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to quality and client service.
• Maintain the confidentiality of client and firm information and exercise sound judgment in accordance with firm policies and professional standards.
• Participate in training, team activities, special projects, and perform other duties as assigned.

Assurance

Support audit and other assurance engagements while developing an understanding of clients' businesses, industries, financial reporting processes, and assurance needs. Assist with audit procedures, including testing account balances, transactions, and other financial information. Prepare clear workpapers documenting procedures, evidence, results, and conclusions in accordance with firm methodologies and professional standards. Use firm-approved audit, data analysis, workflow, and collaboration technologies to complete assigned work.

Tax

Support tax engagements while developing an understanding of clients' businesses, industries, transactions, and tax needs. Assist with preparing federal, state, and local tax returns, workpapers, calculations, supporting schedules, and related deliverables. Conduct tax research and document findings to support engagement team questions and client needs. Use firm-approved tax preparation, research, workflow, document management, data, and collaboration technologies to complete assigned work.

Education

Currently enrolled or pursuing a bachelor's degree program in Accounting or a related business discipline from an accredited institution. Must have at least one academic term remaining following completion of the internship.

Experience

No prior professional experience is required. Previous internship, academic, leadership, volunteer, customer service, or other relevant experience and demonstrated interest in accounting, or professional services are preferred.

Certifications / Licensure Required

On track to meet the educational requirements for CPA exam eligibility prior to the start of a full‑time Associate position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer‑sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future. A resume and unofficial transcript(s) are required as part of the application process. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.

Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Foundational accounting knowledge developed through academic coursework.
• Ability to conduct basic research, analyze information, and document findings clearly and accurately.
• Openness to learning emerging technologies, including AI‑enabled tools, responsibly to support learning, efficiency, and problem solving.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Professional Skills

• Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Curiosity, learning agility, and willingness to ask questions, seek guidance, and apply feedback.
• Effective and respectful collaboration in a team‑oriented environment.
• Organization, time management, attention to detail, and reliability in meeting deadlines.
• Professionalism, integrity, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Commitment to quality, continuous learning, and responsive client service.

About Baker Tilly

Big thinking. Within reach. Baker Tilly is a top 10 advisory, tax, and assurance firm that brings enterprise‑level thinking closer to clients through lasting relationships and a deep understanding of their businesses. We believe the greatest opportunities come through meaningful relationships, supportive leaders, and work that challenges you to grow. Here, you'll have the opportunity to contribute, build connections across the firm, and make an impact that extends beyond your role.

Why Baker Tilly

Opportunity starts here. The strongest careers are built through connection‑to leaders who invest in your development, teammates who support your growth, and meaningful work that expands your perspective. At Baker Tilly, you'll have the opportunity to shape your own path, take on new challenges, and grow with purpose alongside people who are committed to your success.

Life at Baker Tilly

Our people are the difference. We foster a collaborative, flexible environment where curiosity is encouraged, development is supported, and meaningful work creates lasting impact. Whether you're building new skills, exploring new opportunities, or growing your career, you'll find a culture built around opportunity that's within reach.

Work Environment

Full time. This role operates in a hybrid work environment with regular in‑office attendance. Office expectations vary by location and service line. Please discuss work location with your Baker Tilly Talent Acquisition professional to understand the requirements for your location and service line.

Additional Information

The pay rate ranges for this job position are listed below. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location.

• Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

In California: pay rate range is $27.50 to $109.25

In New York: pay rate range is $31.25 to $105.00

The national pay rate range is $25.00 to $84.00

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, handicap, disability, pregnancy, military service, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic history, genetic information or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

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