INTERN FEDERAL TAX CONSULTING WINTER 2025

Description & Requirements

Forvis Mazars' Federal Tax Specialty practice is experiencing exponential growth and is seeking talented professionals who are passionate about helping our clients achieve their goals.

As a Federal Tax Specialty intern at Forvis Mazars, you will be responsible for assisting engagement teams with the execution of engagements to identify and support cash-generating tax incentives. Our interns participate in project planning, assist in identifying, quantifying, and qualifying business activities and preparing supporting documentation.

Forvis Mazars' Federal Tax Specialty professionals help clients select and enforce strategies that promote growth and savings. Services include but are not limited to:

• Research & Development Tax Credit Studies
• Transaction Tax Services
• Cost Segregation Studies
• Accounting Method Optimization
• Federal & International Tax Advisory
• IRS Controversy Support

How you will contribute:

• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team helping to provide subject matter knowledge and experience. Industries include but are not limited to manufacturing, technology, retail, and utilities.
• Identifying, analyzing, and qualifying value-oriented benefits
• Performing tax research related to tax technical topics
• Updating and maintaining project milestones and action items
• Conducting client interviews, gathering and reviewing client documentation 
• Substantiating results on consulting projects through presentations and written reports to clients
• Assisting in the research & analysis of client data 
• Organizing incoming documents and files from clients
• Providing project status updates to the client and internal stakeholders
• Compiling and reviewing project reports
• Serving the needs of the client by planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional projects
• Delivering Forvis Mazars’ commitment to unmatched client experience through timely and responsive communication with internal and external clients

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Problem-solving attitude
• Willingness to take initiative
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, other majors might be considered
• Ability to travel to client locations, which may include occasional overnight stays (travel expectations vary by service line and office location; talk to your local recruiter regarding specifics)
• Ability to work overtime, as needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher (in major and overall)
• Data Analytics related coursework is not required but highly desirable

Applicants for positions with Forvis Mazars must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.