FAQs
What is the primary role of the Specialty Tax Services Intern in the Tax Automation & Innovation team?
The primary role of the Specialty Tax Services Intern in the Tax Automation & Innovation team is to collaborate with clients and team members to implement tax automation tools, assessing client tax departments and assisting in executing their needs for automation across tax data, processes, technology, and workforce.
What types of client engagements will the intern participate in?
The intern will participate in client engagements that may include optimizing or implementing existing client tools, custom BDO tax/data solutions, or third-party vendor solutions.
What are some of the specific responsibilities of the Tax Intern?
Specific responsibilities of the Tax Intern include collaborating with TaxAI staff and management, participating in the design, build, test, and deployment of solutions, developing training and documentation for clients, participating in ongoing maintenance and consulting, and providing post-implementation support such as on-site or virtual assistance during "go-live" phases.
Will the intern be working independently or as part of a team?
The intern will be working as part of a team, collaborating with TaxAI staff, management, and leadership on client engagements and projects.
What kind of support will the intern provide to clients after implementation?
After implementation, the intern will provide support such as assisting with “go-live” activities, offering close assistance within new systems, and ensuring that clients have the necessary resources to effectively use the implemented solutions.
How will the intern contribute to internal processes or solutions within the firm?
The intern may contribute by collaborating with multiple offices to assist business line engagement teams in delivering tax solutions, as well as supporting the firm through the development of new internal tax solutions or consulting and training on existing internal tax processes, technologies, and applications.
What education or background is preferred for applicants to this internship?
While the job description does not specify a preferred educational background, the intern is expected to apply their educational foundation and experience relevant to tax automation and technology.
Is this internship paid, and what is the duration?
The job description does not explicitly mention whether the internship is paid or not. However, it is a summer internship for the year 2025, implying a temporary position that typically lasts for the summer months.
In what city will the internship take place?
The internship will take place in Chicago.