Tax Intern - Indirect Tax, SALT Transactions

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USA - Tax - Indirect Tax - SALT Transactions - JD/LLM 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 Indirect Tax practices navigate the complexities of state and local taxes, which often constitute a company's largest tax burden and are on the rise globally. Our approach helps businesses understand their tax liabilities, identify risks and opportunities, and align with their broader tax strategy, reinforcing the critical role of tax and finance in the modern business landscape. Learn from our experienced professionals, cutting-edge technology, and proven methodologies to effectively manage our clients’ indirect tax posture.

Your Key Responsibilities

Indirect SALT Transaction services focus on the income/franchise and indirect tax aspects of tax due diligence and structuring, bankruptcy and restructurings, as well as pre- and post-transaction integrations.

As an Intern on the Indirect SALT Transactions team, your role will include:

• Performing due diligence, including review of tax returns, financials, and other documentation to identify and quantify potential state income and non-income tax risks.
• Researching complex tax issues and developing quality, practical tax approaches.
• Contributing to client satisfaction by promptly and effectively responding to client needs and concerns.
• Participating in client meetings and working within teams to deliver fully integrated services.
• Actively strengthening your tax knowledge through client assignments and current tax developments.
• Developing and delivering timely, high-quality services and work products.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Actively working towards obtaining either an LL.M. in Taxation or Juris Doctor, supported by a strong academic record.
• Membership or anticipated membership in a US state bar.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• 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:

• An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, International Business or a related discipline.
• Cumulative law school GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Superior project management, interpersonal, communication, teaming and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

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