Overview
This role is for a Tax Research Specialist Intern at $22.00 per hour.
- Location: Remote — United States
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (32 hours per week)
The internship supports corporate and pass-through tax compliance solutions by combining tax research, testing, and software development work. Prior professional experience in tax, software, or tax software is not required. The position is suited for someone building foundational knowledge through guided, hands-on work alongside experienced tax and software professionals.
Responsibilities
- Research changes to tax forms
- Interpret tax code and regulation updates that drive form changes
- Document requirements by translating changes into inputs for tax programmers
- Design and execute test cases to confirm correct implementation of tax law changes
- Create test scenarios for jurisdiction approval of paper and electronically filed tax forms
- Test tax return calculations for accuracy, consistency, and usability
- Contribute to release notes, technical explanations, and customer-facing guidance as needed
- Develop and update documentation to support processes and tools
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Tax, Information Technology/Management, or a related field
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to ask thoughtful questions and accurately document findings
- Collaborative approach and responsiveness when working with cross-functional team members
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, evolving processes, and changing project needs
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to use AI-assisted tools responsibly to improve tax research, testing, analysis, and documentation while recognizing AI limitations and confirming results against reliable sources
- Proficiency with Microsoft products
- Exposure to advanced Excel formulas, data validation, or spreadsheet-based analysis
- Comfort reviewing detailed requirements, test cases, and technical documentation
- Exposure to or interest in tax software or tax research applications
Compensation & Benefits
(Additional benefits and support information is available through the organization, including annual leave, tuition reimbursement, and other support options mentioned in the source material.)
Location
Visa / Work Authorization
This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H‑1B, TN, E‑3) now or in the future.