State and Local Tax Intern – Winter 2026
About this internship
RSM US LLP is hiring a State and Local Tax Intern for Winter 2026 in Chicago, IL, with an on-site work model. This internship is designed for students working toward a B.A./B.S. (or equivalent) from an accredited university, majoring in accounting, and having completed at least 90 credit hours. The role pays $34–$40 per hour and sits within RSM’s accounting and consulting environment.
Qualifications
Required
- 90 credit hours completed
- Working towards B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university
- Accounting Major
Nice to have
- Interest in state and local tax topics and a willingness to learn new tax concepts.
- Strong attention to detail and comfort working with numbers and documentation.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating in an on-site setting.
- Good time-management skills to balance internship responsibilities with school commitments.
- Professionalism and reliability when working in a client-service environment.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before you apply, confirm you’ll have 90+ credit hours completed by Winter 2026 and that your major is listed as accounting. Tailor your resume to highlight relevant accounting coursework and any experiences where you worked carefully with data, deadlines, or documentation. Use the official internship page to apply and follow any application instructions exactly.