Federal Tax Consulting Summer Intern (Jun 2026)

Join Forvis Mazars as a Federal Tax Specialty intern to assist engagement teams in identifying and supporting cash-generating tax incentives.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist engagement teams with execution of engagements to identify and support cash-generating tax incentives
• Participate in project planning and assist in identifying, quantifying, and qualifying business activities
• Prepare supporting documentation for tax incentives
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team across industries including manufacturing, technology, retail, and utilities
• Identify, analyze, and qualify value-oriented benefits
• Perform tax research related to tax technical topics
• Update and maintain project milestones and action items
• Conduct client interviews and gather and review client documentation
• Substantiate results through presentations and written reports to clients
• Assist in research and analysis of client data
• Organize incoming documents and files from clients
• Provide project status updates to clients and internal stakeholders
• Compile and review project reports
• Plan, coordinate, and execute cross-functional projects to serve client needs
• Deliver unmatched client experience through timely and responsive communication

About You

The company is looking for:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (other majors may be considered)
• Effective time management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving attitude and willingness to take initiative
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel to client locations, including occasional overnight stays
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Reliable transportation to and from assigned office and ability to attend off-site meetings in person
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
• Preferred: Maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher (major and overall)

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly wage range: $32 to $36 (Illinois market)
• Overtime pay at time and a half for hours worked over 40 per week (non-exempt/hourly positions)
• Eligibility-based benefits including group health plan benefits, 401(k), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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