Fall 2026

Tax Intern

Posted on 7/20/2026

Metropolis

Metropolis

1,001-5,000 employees

Checkout-free parking payments via computer vision

Compensation Overview

$18 - $23/hr

+ Stock Options + Bonus Plans

Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid on-site requirement; office-first model.

Category
Accounting (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Junior standing preferred) with a minimum GPA of 3.3/4.0
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Knowledge of and experience using AI software tools to optimize workflows
  • Exceptional organizational skills, sharp attention to detail, and a proactive mindset
  • Ability to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week (with flexibility up to 40 hours per week during normal business hours based on your class schedule)
Responsibilities
  • Assist with gathering financial information and preparing monthly sales, use, and parking tax returns; help set up structured workpapers for sales, use, and income tax returns
  • Enter journal entries, assist in setting up and maintaining recurring entries, and prepare monthly account reconciliations while researching reconciling items
  • Support the team by compiling critical information and documents required for sales/use and income tax audits
  • Gain valuable, real-world exposure to State and Federal corporate income tax compliance
  • Collaborate with the broader finance team on various strategic projects and initiatives as needed

Metropolis is a technology-driven facility-management company that focuses on parking solutions using computer vision to enable checkout-free payments. Its system detects vehicles and parking events via cameras and sensors, allowing drivers to pay automatically without stopping at a gate. The platform integrates into real estate operations, Class A office buildings, multi-garage complexes, and valet services to improve asset productivity and streamline operations. Compared with others, Metropolis supports a wide customer base across North America, operates in over 360 cities, processes more than $4 billion in payments annually, and has grown through significant funding rounds and the acquisition of SP Plus Corporation. Its goal is to expand its platform’s capabilities and market reach, helping property owners and managers increase efficiency and revenue by embedding its payment and facility-management tools directly into daily operations.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$3.5B

Headquarters

Santa Monica, California

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Metropolis added 1 million monthly members and 35,000 daily, reaching $5B valuation in November 2025[2][3].
  • It operates at 75 US airports, expanding AeroParker and integrating Joby baggage services for urban air mobility[2][3].
  • The $1.6B raised in November 2025 fuels expansion into retail, fueling, and hospitality sectors[2][4].

What critics are saying

  • Class-action lawsuits over DMV data harvesting for license plate tracking face 60–75% probability within 6–12 months[5].
  • Oosto acquisition triggers reputational damage and investor withdrawals from facial recognition backlash, 50–70% probability in 12–18 months[6].
  • $1.1B J.P. Morgan debt loan risks covenant breach if transaction volume drops below $4.5B, 35–50% probability in 6–12 months[4].

What makes Metropolis unique

  • Metropolis uses proprietary AI recognizing vehicles by unique fingerprints, not just license plates[3][4].
  • It is North America's largest parking operator with 4,200+ locations across 40 countries post-SP+ acquisition[1][3].
  • The company pioneered the 'Recognition Economy,' enabling checkout-free payments via computer vision in real-world settings[3][6].

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Stock Options

Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

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PR Newswire
Apr 14th, 2026
Metropolis expands AeroParker to 6 US airports and integrates Joby baggage services

Metropolis has expanded its aviation services across key US airports, rolling out its AeroParker reservations platform at six regional airports since December 2025, including Salt Lake City International, New Orleans International, and Milwaukee Mitchell International. The company now operates at approximately 75 airports and has launched seamless drive-in, drive-out technology at 10 locations. The parking operator has deployed remote check-in at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and is launching curbside concierge services at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Metropolis is also partnering with Joby to provide baggage handling for passengers on Blade Urban Air Mobility flights between Manhattan and New York-area airports. Following its $1.5 billion acquisition of SP+ in 2024, Metropolis operates over 4,200 locations across North America, serving 50 million customers annually.

Yahoo Finance
Nov 6th, 2025
Metropolis raises $1.6B for expansion

Metropolis Technologies, backed by SoftBank, raised $1.6 billion to expand its AI-powered technology beyond parking lots into sectors like retail and restaurants. The funding includes a $500 million Series D round led by LionTree, valuing the company at $5 billion, and a $1.1 billion loan led by J.P. Morgan. The capital will be used to hire talent and develop products for new verticals. Metropolis aims to create a "Recognition Economy" for seamless transactions.

Fortune
Jun 27th, 2025
Metropolis nears $5B valuation, new CFO

Metropolis has appointed Lookman Olusanya as its new CFO, effective June 30. Olusanya previously held financial leadership roles at Square, Google Cloud, and AWS. The AI company, known for its checkout-free payment experiences, is nearing a $5 billion valuation as it fundraises. Metropolis serves over 50 million customers, processes $5 billion in annual transactions, and gains 35,000 new members daily.

Calcalist
Jan 20th, 2025
Oosto sold for $125M after $352M funding

Oosto, formerly AnyVision, was sold for $125M to Metropolis, primarily in shares. Despite raising $352M, including $25M from SoftBank, Oosto struggled to commercialize its facial recognition tech, with annual revenue at $10M. The sale was influenced by Eldridge Industries, a shareholder in both companies. Oosto faced reputational issues after reports of its tech being used for surveillance, leading to a rebrand and investor withdrawals, including Microsoft and Bosch.

Business Wire
Oct 6th, 2023
Metropolis Technologies, Inc. to Acquire SP Plus Corporation for $1.5 Billion

Metropolis Technologies, Inc. (“Metropolis”), a technology company whose computer vision platform enables checkout-free payment experiences, and SP® P