Federal Tax Services Intern – Summer 2026

As a Federal Tax Services Intern at RSM, your responsibilities will range from collaborating on tax planning and research to preparing federal and state tax returns. You'll work on diverse tax specialty areas, ensuring you get a comprehensive understanding of accounting for income taxes, corporate taxation, and much more. It’s a fantastic opportunity to put your academic knowledge into practice!

To qualify for the Federal Tax Services Intern position at RSM, you should have completed at least 90 credit hours towards your degree, specifically in Accounting or a related field. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred, alongside strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Ready to bring your skills to the table and learn in a supportive environment?

Working at RSM as a Federal Tax Services Intern means immersing yourself in a vibrant and collaborative culture. You'll find an environment designed to inspire and empower you, where everyone’s unique contributions are valued. From participating in team discussions to working on real client projects, you'll feel engaged and supported throughout your journey with us.

Yes, travel to assigned client locations is a requirement for the Federal Tax Services Internship at RSM. Interns must have access to reliable transportation to ensure they can meet client expectations. This travel provides an excellent opportunity to interact with clients and experience different facets of tax services in real-world environments.

RSM offers a competitive benefits and compensation package for Federal Tax Services Interns. You'll enjoy flexible scheduling to help balance work and life, as well as a supportive environment that prioritizes your personal and professional development. Learn more about the great rewards and perks available to you at RSM!

When answering this question, focus on RSM’s commitment to client service and how it aligns with your personal values. Highlight your eagerness to learn and grow in a collaborative environment, emphasizing specific programs or initiatives at RSM that excite you.

Discuss your academic background and any relevant coursework that touches on tax regulations, income tax accounting, or corporate taxation. Relate this knowledge back to the areas you'll be working on during the internship, showing your readiness to learn more.

Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to structure your response, detailing a specific experience where collaboration was key. Emphasize how you contributed to the team's goals and what you learned about teamwork.

A good response could include potential challenges like adapting to fast-paced projects or mastering complex tax regulations. Show that you’re aware of the demands of the role and express your strategies for overcoming these challenges, such as seeking mentorship or setting personal goals.

Demonstrate your organizational skills by discussing how you assess task urgency and importance. Mention tools or techniques you use for task management, such as to-do lists or project management software, to convey your proactive approach to handling multiple responsibilities.

Share specific aspects of tax work that intrigue you, whether it's the analytical challenges, the opportunity to make a difference for clients, or the dynamic nature of the field. Relate this to how you see those interests aligning with your prospective role at RSM.

Select a tax principle you’re comfortable discussing, breaking it down into simple terms without jargon. Show off your understanding, and articulate why this principle is significant to taxpayers and how it relates to the work you hope to do at RSM.

Discuss resources you use to keep current, such as accounting journals, tax newsletters, or professional organizations. This demonstrates your commitment to professional growth and your proactive attitude towards learning.

Highlight skills such as analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication. Explain how these skills are critical in tax services and relate them to your academic background and experiences that have helped you develop them.

Express your desire to acquire practical skills, learn from experienced mentors, and contribute to client projects. Emphasize your enthusiasm for the opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge in real-world scenarios while building your professional network.