About the role#
As a Severance Tax Consulting Intern, you will work alongside subject matter experts to identify tax savings opportunities for large-scale clients. This internship provides hands-on experience in state and local taxation, allowing you to contribute to meaningful projects while building technical expertise in a team-based environment.
What you'll do#
- Identify tax savings opportunities for multi-state companies.
- Assist with tax controversies by preparing clients for auditor discussions.
- Represent clients during hearings and appeal meetings.
- Prepare formal protests and respond to inquiries from tax authorities.
- Research and draft technical memoranda regarding tax issues.
- Review documentation and perform detailed calculations using raw data.
What you'll need#
- Progress toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Mechanical Engineering, or Economics.
- Graduation date within one year of the internship term.
- Minimum overall and major GPA of 3.0.
- Completion of at least 9 hours of Accounting coursework.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and web research.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with professionals at all levels.
- A valid driver's license.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Ryan
Ryan is a tax services and software provider that focuses on business taxes. The firm operates globally with more than 7,500 employees. It provides tax recovery, consulting, and compliance services to over 74,000 clients. The company maintains its headquarters in Dallas, Texas.
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