# 2026 Tax Accounting Internship - New York

[Jefferies](https://www.jorb.ai/firms/jefferies.md) · New York · United States · [Accounting & Finance](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/accounting-finance.md)

Jefferies is hiring a 2026 Tax Accounting Internship - New York in New York. Posted 2026-04-10; applications close 2026-06-09.

**Apply**: https://jefferies.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/xf-61eee3444344/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/2/opp/1783-2026-Tax-Accounting-Internship-New-York/en-GB

Posted 12d ago.

## Role details

## Overview

Jefferies interns have the opportunity to gain insight into a global, client-focused investment bank and experience an entrepreneurial environment where employees can make an immediate impact and are rewarded for performance. You’ll be exposed to Jefferies’ full range of products and industry expertise. Our lean team structure provides hands-on experience and helps you develop lasting professional relationships with peers and senior professionals. After an enriching orientation program, interns begin working on day-to-day responsibilities with support from colleagues who serve as instructors and mentors. Interns will receive formal performance reviews. You will work on projects that incorporate research, analysis, and recommendations, and you’ll be encouraged to think creatively, contribute ideas, and add value from day one. Interns are expected to pursue their projects with excellence, collaborate, and maintain the highest levels of integrity.

## What we look for in a candidate

  
- Eager to make an impact on clients by doing real, hands-on work
  
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  
- Professionalism and relationship management skills
  
- Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
  
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and intellectually stimulating environment
  
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; adaptable and capable of working independently and in a team
  
- Strong academic background pursuing a four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  
- Background in accounting or finance is helpful but not required; candidates from diverse disciplines are welcome

## Primary Responsibilities

  
- Data analysis and entry
  
- Prepare tax returns and related reports to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and international tax statutes and regulations
  
- Assist with the firm’s tax provision for quarterly and year-end earnings releases and financial statement filings
  
- Prepare detailed state apportionment schedules for the firm’s business units and joint ventures
  
- Perform research on various tax issues
  
- Assist with tax audits
  
- Handle tax notices from various tax authorities and propose responses/strategies
  
- Assist the team with day-to-day duties

## Required Background

Candidates pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Tax or Accounting are preferred. Must be local to New York City. This is a hybrid position with a requirement of two days in the New York office. Preferred graduation between June and December 2027.

  
- Ability to learn new areas quickly and thrive in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment
  
- Proven project management skills
  
- Team player with strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
  
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products
  
- Willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed

## About Us

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm providing advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices worldwide, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments. Jefferies is committed to creating an inclusive culture that provides opportunities for all employees and supports a workforce reflective of the communities where we work and live. We hire from diverse backgrounds and comply with equal employment opportunity laws. Jefferies will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities as required by law.

## Compensation

**Salary:** $30 per hour.

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