Summer 2026 Intern, Federal Income Tax
Job Summary
Why Ryan
Competitively Paid Internship
Award-Winning Culture
Paid Holidays
Mentorship Opportunities and Hands-On Training
Networking with Industry Leaders
All-Expense-Paid Trip to Ryan Headquarters in Dallas TX (Summer Interns Only)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional client service to multi-state companies by to identify tax savings opportunities
- Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies which includes preparing clients for discussions with auditors representing the client at hearings and at appeal meetings and preparing protests
- Research and draft technical memoranda regarding state and local tax questions or issues
- Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities
- Review documentation and research issues
- Work with raw data to complete detailed calculations
Education and Experience:
- Working toward a Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting Finance Real Estate or Economics.
- Anticipated graduation date within one year of internship
- Minimum Overall and Major GPA of 2.8
- Minimum of 6 12 Accounting hours depending on practice
Professional Skills Requirements:
- Work effectively in a fast pace high-energy environment.
- Strong problem solving attention to detail and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks work on multiple assignments and manage ambiguity.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
- Intermediate knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications Outlook and etc.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully an individual must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word Access Excel PowerPoint Outlook and Internet navigation and research.
Certificates and Licenses:
Valid drivers license required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
Washington DC Hourly Salary: $23.70 - $27.50
Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
About Company
Ryan is a global tax services, software, and technology firm providing an integrated suite of federal, state, local, and international tax services to companies across the world.