Tax Data & Technology Intern - Business Tax Services, Federal Tax Advisory

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USA - Tax - Business Tax Services - Federal Tax Advisory (FTA) - Data & Technology - Intern - Summer 2027

Will you shape the future or will the future shape you?

The opportunity

Join our dynamic EY Tax team, where our global expertise and deep technical knowledge across all tax disciplines are enhanced by the latest in innovation and cutting-edge technology. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service, strong accountability, and governance, making us the top choice for industry executives and the largest revenue-generating US and global tax practice.

Our Business Tax Services (BTS) group focuses on the critical impact of tax on business and personal ambitions, going beyond obligations to uncover opportunities and manage risks. We cater to a diverse clientele, including privately held and family-owned businesses, individuals, family offices, public corporations, and tax-exempt organizations, leveraging our industry expertise and global insights to help our clients navigate today's economy and shape a lasting legacy.

Your Key Responsibilities

When you join our team as a Federal Tax Advisory (FTA) Data & Technology Intern, you'll leverage advanced data tools to process client data and execute tax-related computations, including but not limited to research and development (R&D) credit studies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Utilize tools such as Excel, Alteryx, Access, and Python to prepare, analyze and refine client data for accurate tax calculations, processing and compliance.
• Assist with configuring and calculating client R&D credit studies using EY's specialized platform, EY R&D Incentives Prodigy.
• Assist in developing Alteryx workflows that help clean, organize, and analyze client data, automate repetitive tasks, and support tax calculations and reporting.
• Detect and communicate any data-related complexities or issues to senior team members for review and resolution.
• Develop proficiency in emerging AI technologies, including Microsoft Copilot and other EY AI tools, to support data analysis, research, automation, and productivity initiatives.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A predicted undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Business Analytics, Information Technology/Systems or related field, supported by a strong academic record.
• 3.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
• Practical experience using Microsoft 365 and ability to learn other software applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• An interest working in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.
• You must reside within a commutable distance of the office location associated with this position.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship, now and in the future.

Ideally, you will have:

• Cumulative college/university GPA of 3.2 or above.
• Ability to learn new skills and concepts in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand business challenges and translate them into value-add analytics solutions.
• Excellent teaming skills and willingness to assist in client projects from a data perspective in the future.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including data complexity/issue identification and communication to upper-level team members.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to interpret data.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

Please note this position is not able to consider candidates with an Accounting major. CPA-track candidates with an interest in Tax should explore opportunities in 360 Careers Tax; you can learn more about the 360 Careers Experience here.

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