Law Student - In-House in Chicago, IL

In-House

Chicago, IL

Law Student - In-House in Chicago, IL

Law Student

Max 2 yrs required

No

Job Title:
2026 National Tax Office & Transactional Specialist Intern

Job Responsibilities:
As a 2026 National Tax Office & Transactional Specialist Intern at the company, you will be engaged in a variety of tasks that are crucial for the financial health and confidence of organizations. Your responsibilities will include:
- Considering tax issues associated with mergers and acquisitions.
- Researching complex tax issues and writing technical memoranda.
- Assisting with international tax structuring and operational issues.
- Preparing tax returns and serving as an integral part of engagement teams for clients.
- Assisting with National Tax Office functions, such as writing internal and external tax alerts on current tax developments and emerging planning techniques.
- Assisting with internal tax education functions.
- Assisting with handling the tax aspects of transactions.
- Engaging in meaningful interactions with staff at all levels as well as with clients.
- Deepening knowledge in tax and tax consulting through exposure to both service lines.

Education and Experience Information:
To qualify for this internship position, candidates must demonstrate:
- A strong interest in tax law, as evidenced by tax courses completed or planned before graduation.
- Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting, or a Master's degree in accounting or tax.
- Pursuit of an LLM, JD, or CPA license.
- Academic success with a minimum cumulative GPA of .
- Detail-oriented leadership with problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills.

This internship is a non-exempt position and may require work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour workweek. Local, national, and occasional international travel may be required.

Salary Information:
The compensation for this position is commensurate with technical skills and experience and is provided in accordance with applicable state requirements. For candidates located in Colorado and Illinois, the hourly base range is $36 to $36.

Additional Information:
The company is committed to a diverse workplace and strives to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. The company believes in the inherent dignity of each person and aims to celebrate human differences, creating a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and opportunity to succeed. This commitment allows the company to attract and retain the best talent and serve clients through diverse thinking. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using the company's applicant tracking system. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, except for qualified candidates bilingual in Japanese and English or Chinese and English.

The company offers a robust benefits package to eligible staff, which includes health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance effective on the first of the month following the start date. Eligible staff can also take advantage of Flexible Time Off, various pre-determined holidays, a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, and business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement. A pension plan is available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff, and a discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Interns and Contractors have the option to elect health insurance under the contingent staff medical plan after 60 days of employment, in addition to limited paid sick time. Seasonal staff are not eligible for benefits.

For Colorado applicants, under the Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact information identifying your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution from any documents submitted in connection with your application.