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State and Local Tax Intern - Summer 2026

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Charlotte, NC
34-40
Internship
Charlotte, NC
34-40
Internship
Interns assist with state and local tax services by conducting tax research, evaluating tax processes, and developing software solutions. They will work in teams and directly with clients.
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We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

At RSM, interns work with large and small companies in various industries.  They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges.  Interns work on multiple team engagements, including several pieces of any particular assignment - not just one part.  Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our interns perform at their best and integrate into our team. 

 

Examples of candidate’s responsibilities include: 

  • Integrating state and local tax services with existing clients 

  • Completing tax planning and research tasks 

  • Developing an understanding of state and local tax regulations and accounting pronouncements  

  • Reviewing client’s current tax processes to identify inefficiencies and provide enhancements to improve the clients’ procedures and reduce tax exposure 

  • Working with the client’s information technology personnel to obtain data of historical purchasing and sales to analyze for reporting requirements, audit procedures, and review for potential refund or credits 

  • Assisting the client with evaluating sales/use tax software systems that meet their compliance needs and support the implementation process 

 

Basic Qualifications: 

  • 90 credit hours completed 

  • Working towards B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university 

  • Accounting Major 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

  • Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations. 

  • A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills  

  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel 

  • Ability to work effectively on a team 

  • Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment 

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional information regarding RSM’s background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks, click here.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $34 - $40 per hour

Top Skills

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