Summer 2027/Winter 2028 State & Local Tax Internship

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax, and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage across major regions of the U.S. and several leading financial centers, including New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) deliver professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws and regulations. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm providing attest services to its clients, while Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services.

Baker Tilly is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms operating in 141 territories, comprised of 43,000 professionals with a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Job Description: State & Local Tax Intern

About the Role

Are you looking to gain experience and jump-start your accounting career while building a professional network at a coast-to-coast firm? As a State & Local Tax Intern at Baker Tilly (BT), you will deliver tax advisory and compliance services to clients. As one of the fastest-growing firms in the nation, BT offers upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you work, and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates, and leadership who prioritize your development.

You will enjoy this role if you:

• Are considering a long-term career in public accounting and want industry exposure.
• Value your professional development and want to work for a firm whose owners prioritize both the interests of clients and employees with transparent decision-making.
• Want to grow professionally and develop client service and technical accounting skills to build a strong foundation for the future.

What You Will Have the Opportunity To Do

• Gain hands-on experience in state and local taxation.
• Maintain and expand knowledge in the multi-state tax area by working on various projects, including conducting research and preparing memoranda on SALT issues (for individuals, corporations, and flow-through entities), assisting in M&A due diligence, voluntary disclosure programs, and compliance matters.
• Experience projects involving sales and use taxes, realty transfer taxes, income/franchise taxes, gross receipts taxes, real and personal property taxes, excise taxes, local-level taxes, and unclaimed property.
• Assist with addressing issues and questions for internal clients and potential prospects.
• Participate in our intern orientation, technical training, and development program designed to provide the tools needed to contribute to client engagements.
• Receive on-the-job training through real work engagements, showcasing how your academic experience translates to the professional environment.
• Learn directly from experienced associates, seniors, managers, and partners with specialized experience and technical knowledge across numerous industries and services.
• Build friendships and strong work relationships while gaining valuable experience.
• Demonstrate your performance and ability to join Baker Tilly as a full-time associate.

Qualifications

Education

• Currently enrolled or pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree program in Accounting or a related business discipline from an accredited institution. JD/LLM is preferred.
• Must have at least one academic term remaining following the completion of the internship.

Experience

No prior professional experience is required. Previous internship, academic, leadership, volunteer, customer service, or other relevant experience and demonstrated interest in accounting or professional services are preferred.

Certifications / Licensure

• On track to meet the educational requirements for CPA exam eligibility and/or Bar exam prior to the start of a full-time Associate position.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• A resume and unofficial transcript(s) are required as part of the application process.
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.

Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Foundational accounting knowledge developed through academic coursework is preferred.
• Ability to conduct basic research, analyze information, and document findings clearly and accurately.
• Openness to learning emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to responsibly support learning, efficiency, and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Professional Skills

• Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Curiosity, learning agility, and willingness to ask questions, seek guidance, and apply feedback.
• Effective and respectful collaboration in a team-oriented environment.
• Organization, time management, attention to detail, and reliability in meeting deadlines.
• Professionalism, integrity, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Commitment to quality, continuous learning, and responsive client service.

Additional Information

Pay rate ranges for this job position are listed below. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including, but not limited to, applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

Pay Rate Ranges:

• In Seattle, WA: $28.75 to $96.60
• In California: $27.50 to $109.20
• In Denver, CO: $27.50 to $92.40
• In New York City: $31.25 to $105.00
• In Chicago, IL: $27.50 to $92.40
• In Tewksbury, MA: $28.75 to $96.60
• The national pay rate range is $25.00 to $84.00.