USA - Tax - ITTS - Transaction (M&A) Tax Advisory - JD/LLM - Intern - Summer 2027

USA - Tax - ITTS - Transaction (M&A) Tax Advisory - JD/LLM - Intern - Summer 2027 At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. USA - Tax - ITTS – Transaction (M&A) Tax Advisory - JD/LLM - Intern - Summer 2027 Will you shape the future or will the future shape you? The opportunity Join our dynamic EY Tax team, where our global expertise and deep technical knowledge across all tax disciplines are enhanced by the latest in innovation and cutting-edge technology. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service, strong accountability, and governance, making us the top choice for industry executives and the largest revenue-generating US and global tax practice. Our International Tax and Transaction Services (ITTS) team addresses the evolving challenges faced by private capital investors and multinational companies amid changing tax and trade regulations, increased tax risk, and reputational pressures. Our globally connected services support the entire transaction lifecycle, from strategy to disposal, providing robust tax advice crucial for strategic business decisions in a dynamic market, and empowering clients to navigate complex transactions and optimize their corporate structures. Your Key Responsibilities The Transaction Tax Advisory (TTA) competency comprises teams that are focused on the tax aspects of the client’s capital agenda. We have dedicated professionals who are focused on buy-side due diligence, structuring and cash tax modeling; sell-side tax assistance, structuring and cash tax modeling; internal restructuring; capital structure and refinancing; distressed debt and bankruptcy; and tax attribute calculations and monetization strategies. Right from the start you’ll be exposed to the transaction lifecycle, often working across service lines to deliver tailored tax advice. Additionally, with both formal and on-the-job training, you’ll learn globally relevant tax technical, commercial, and business acumen skills. As a member of the TTA team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with highly trained subject-matter professionals who focus on all aspects of mergers and acquisitions. Your responsibilities will include: Perform due diligence on acquisition targets to analyze potential risks and benefits. Collaborate with our tax teams worldwide to share data, communicate issues and oversee deadlines. Manage the engagement process from beginning to end. Develop acquisition and disposition structures for domestic and international transactions. Evaluate tax aspects of financial models. Research complex tax issues and draft technical documents and presentations, while providing authoritative tax findings to Managers, Senior Managers, Partners and clients. Skills and attributes for success To qualify for the role, you must have: Actively working towards obtaining either an LL.M. in Taxation or Juris Doctor, supported by a strong academic record. Membership or anticipated membership in a US state bar. A high-level of self-motivation to work and learn both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team. Time management skills to prioritize effectively when working on multiple complex projects. Flexibility to adapt to new challenges and a genuine desire to learn. Excellent communication skills, proficiency in basic MS Office tools including Excel, and strong writing skills, with business fluency in the English language. The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. An interest working in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. You must reside within a commutable distance of the office location associated with this position. Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship, now and in the future. Ideally, you will have: An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline. 3.0 cumulative law school GPA. Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot. What we offer you At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers. The hourly pay range for this job, in the US, is $60.10 - $74.52 per hour. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data. If you join EY full time after your internship, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. In addition, our Total Rewards package for full time hires includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. All in to shape the future with confidence. 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