Summer 2027/Winter 2028 State & Local Tax Internship

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. Visitbakertilly.comor join the conversation onLinkedIn,FacebookandInstagram.

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Responsibilities

Are you looking to gain experience and jump-start your accounting career?
Do you want to build your professional network at a coast-to-coast firm?
As a State & Local Tax Intern at Baker Tilly (BT), you will deliver tax advisory and compliance services to clients. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT offers you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.
You will enjoy this role if you:

• Are considering a long-term career in public accounting and want exposure to the industry

• Value your development and want to work for a firm whose owners have both their clients' and employees' best interests in mind and are transparent in their decisions

• Want to grow professionally and develop your client service and technical accounting skills to build a strong foundation now, for tomorrow

You will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on experience in state and local taxation

• Maintain and expand knowledge base in the multi-state tax area by working on various projects including, but not limited to, conducting research and preparing memorandum on SALT issues (for individuals, corporations, and flow-through entities), assisting in M&A due diligence, voluntary disclosure programs, and various compliance matters

• Experience projects involving sales and use taxes, realty transfer taxes, income / franchise taxes, gross receipts taxes, real and personal property taxes, excise taxes, taxes imposed on local level, and unclaimed property

• Assist with addressing issues and questions for internal clients and potential prospects

• Participate in our intern orientation, technical training and development program designed to provide the tools needed to contribute to client engagements

• Experience on-the-job training through real work engagements, showcasing how your academic experience translates to the professional environment

• Learn directly from experienced associates, seniors, managers and partners with specialized experience and technical knowledge across numerous industries and services

• Build friendships and strong work relationships while gaining valuable experience

• Demonstrate your performance and ability to join Baker Tilly as a full-time associate

Education

• Currently enrolled or pursuing abachelor's or master's degree program inAccountingor a related business discipline from an accredited institution.JD/LLM preferred.

• Must haveat least one academic termremainingfollowing completion of the internship.

Experience

No prior professional experience isrequired.Previousinternship,academic,leadership, volunteer, customer service, or other relevant experienceanddemonstratedinterest in accounting,orprofessional servicesarepreferred.

Certifications / Licensure

Required:

• On track to meet the educational requirements for CPA exam eligibility and/or Bar exam prior to the start ofafull-time Associate position.

• Candidates mustbe authorized towork in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

• A resume and unofficial transcript(s) arerequiredas part of the application process.

• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.

Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Foundationalaccounting knowledgedeveloped through academic coursework preferred.

• Ability to conduct basic research, analyze information, and document findings clearly and accurately.

• Opennessto learningemerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, responsibly to support learning, efficiency, and problem solving.

• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Professional Skills

• Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Curiosity, learning agility, andwillingnessto ask questions, seek guidance, and apply feedback.

• Effectiveandrespectfulcollaborationin 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, andresponsiveclient service.

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, workarrangementsand geographic location. Baker Tilly offersacomprehensive compensation and benefits packageto eligible employees.

Salary : $25 - $84