2028 National Tax Office - Federal Tax Consulting Intern

About Us Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Count on us. Our "we-care" culture is more than just a motto; it’s a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well‑being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us. Whether you intend to specialize or you’d rather gain exposure across many service lines, the sky’s the limit. From day one, we invite you to make a difference—to be remarkable. No busy work here. Your Role As an intern, you’ll be treated just like our entry level staff. You’ll help instill confidence in organizations large and small by assuring their financial health. We’ll give you the flexibility to craft business solutions, not just spreadsheets.Your work will include, but not be limited to: Consulting on tax planning strategies to achieve business and individual tax objectives Reviewing opportunities to optimize the timing of tax income and deductions through accounting method planning Evaluating tax planning strategies resulting from legislation, regulations, and market developments Researching technical positions and drafting memos and other position papers for a variety of federal tax matters Assisting with federal tax consulting projects involving corporate, partnership, and individual taxation across all industries Identifying tax planning opportunities and developing practical recommendations for clients Assisting National Tax Office professionals with technical research and analysis of legislative, regulatory, and administrative tax developments Meaningful interactions with staff at all levels, as well as with our impressive repertoire of clients Deepen knowledge in tax and tax consulting through exposure to both service lines The Qualifications Detail‑oriented individual with strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and research skills Intellectual curiosity and a desire to develop deep technical tax knowledge Strong interest in federal taxation, tax consulting, and technical tax research Ability to analyze complex tax matters and communicate findings clearly and professionally Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation Intention to pursue CPA licensure Academic success (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0) Prior coursework in federal income taxation, corporate taxation, partnership taxation, or advanced tax topics is preferred This is a non-exempt position and may require work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week This position may require some local, national, and occasional international travel What Makes Us Different On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world‑class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For," and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. Compensation The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $33 - $36. The compensation range reflects the base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this position across our offices in the following regions: CO, IL, OH, and MA. Please review the position description for the applicable geographic location. Generally, experienced hires are not hired at or near the maximum salary range, as compensation decisions take into account a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. For early career roles, including campus hires, we offer standardized, market-based starting salaries among individuals within the same hiring group. This approach ensures fairness and reflects current industry benchmarks for entry-level talent. Benefits and Perks Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays 401(k) plan Flexible benefits plans Business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use Pension plan for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff Discretionary bonus plan for eligible staff Option for contingency staff to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time Legal Requirements Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of qualified candidates who are bilingual in either Japanese and English or Chinese and English. Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact, from any documents that you submit in connection with your application, information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting documentation. Equality and Inclusion Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace. Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Closing Statement Our founders often referred to our firm as "a people firm disguised as an accounting firm." Why? Because people are at the core of everything we do, and our firm was built on values and principles that support this philosophy to this day. #J-18808-Ljbffr Plante & Moran, PLLC