Tax Winter 2028 Internship - Chicago, IL

Tax Winter 2028 Internship – Chicago, IL Are you an accounting student 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 insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia. We currently have an exciting career opportunity in our Chicago office for Winter 2028 (~January-April). We are looking for Tax Winter 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 (varies by 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 Winter 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 client deliverables including 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. Your Experience. We are looking for highly dedicated professionals with impressive credentials that are driven by new challenges and growth opportunities. We seek team players who believe in providing world‑class client service. 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 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 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 in Excel, 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 Illinois, the salary for a Tax 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 attest services 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 against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters . If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io . Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. #J-18808-Ljbffr CohnReznick