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Tax Intern roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with accounting or finance degrees. Most positions run January through April for tax season, aligning well with STEM OPT timelines. Employers in public accounting regularly hire OPT students, and CPT experience in a related role strengthens your application.
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The Tax Intern, Transfer Pricing works with a team of consulting economists to help multi-national companies correctly price their transactions between entities within their corporate group. This role assists with examining a variety of economic conditions and industry trends, evaluating clients’ intercompany transactions and consulting with clients to set or substantiate prices charged between their related parties. The analysis of intercompany pricing is used to help companies comply with foreign and domestic tax regulations. The position requires not only strong analytical skills, but also exceptional writing and editing skills.
JOB DUTIES
- Information Gathering:
Conducts client interviews in order to gather information to understand the factors that affect inter-company transactions within a group of related companies, the interviews collect the following client information:
- Corporate structure
- Division of functional responsibilities among affiliated companies within the corporate group
- Distribution of risks among affiliated companies within the corporate group
- Value drivers for profitability
- Industry overview and competitive pressure
- Historical context of current circumstances
-
Financial Analysis:
Analyzes the evaluation of industry data and financial data from the client, which are collectively used to benchmark or document appropriate intercompany pricing policies.
Performs additional financial analysis, such as the evaluation of market penetration scenarios or calculating the value of intangible property.
Prepares project reports for clients, which include our approach, research, quantitative analysis and final results, these are used to document the extent to which a client’s intercompany prices are in compliance with foreign and domestic tax regulations and present consulting advice.
Prepares presentations to convey to the client the results of analyses and recommendations going-forward.
Participates in presentations to pitch service capabilities to potential clients. -
Report Writing:
Writes industry overviews and functional analyses that are included in transfer pricing reports and documents.
Takes interview notes and prepares detailed summaries for team members.
Proofreads and edits reports prior to delivering to clients.
Writes technical memos that describe the analytical process.
Other duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
N/A
Education
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or other relevant field of study required.
Experience
Leadership experience preferred.
License/Certifications
N/A
SOFTWARE
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
LANGUAGE
N/A
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Exceptional research and writing skills
- Skilled in detailed reading, proofing and editing highly technical and descriptive material
- Able to independently produce the initial drafts of project deliverables are written reports
- Effective interpersonal skills and experience with presentations or public speaking
- Able to communicate directly with clients in a professional and confident manner
- Strong analytical and basic research skills
- Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
- Capable of working in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Able to research taxation topics and communicate or compose written analysis effectively
- Basic understanding of transfer pricing and the desire to learn more about the industry
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
COMPENSATION
- California Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr
- Colorado Range: $35.00/hr - $39.00/hr
- Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
- Maryland Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
- Massachusetts Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
- Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
- New Jersey Range: $38.00/hr - $42.00/hr
- NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
- Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr
- Washington Range: $37.00/hr - $38.00/hr
- Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
About us
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities.
BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We Are Committed To Delivering Exceptional Experiences To Middle Market Leaders By Sharing Insight-driven Perspectives, Helping Companies Take Business As Usual To Better Than Usual. With Industry Knowledge And Experience, a Breadth And Depth Of Resources, And Unwavering Commitment To Quality, We Pride Ourselves On:
- Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
- Empowering team members to explore their full potential
- Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
- Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
- Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
- BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”
Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"
JOB SUMMARY
The Tax Intern, Transfer Pricing works with a team of consulting economists to help multi-national companies correctly price their transactions between entities within their corporate group. This role assists with examining a variety of economic conditions and industry trends, evaluating clients’ intercompany transactions and consulting with clients to set or substantiate prices charged between their related parties. The analysis of intercompany pricing is used to help companies comply with foreign and domestic tax regulations. The position requires not only strong analytical skills, but also exceptional writing and editing skills.
JOB DUTIES
- Information Gathering:
Conducts client interviews in order to gather information to understand the factors that affect inter-company transactions within a group of related companies, the interviews collect the following client information:
- Corporate structure
- Division of functional responsibilities among affiliated companies within the corporate group
- Distribution of risks among affiliated companies within the corporate group
- Value drivers for profitability
- Industry overview and competitive pressure
- Historical context of current circumstances
-
Financial Analysis:
Analyzes the evaluation of industry data and financial data from the client, which are collectively used to benchmark or document appropriate intercompany pricing policies.
Performs additional financial analysis, such as the evaluation of market penetration scenarios or calculating the value of intangible property.
Prepares project reports for clients, which include our approach, research, quantitative analysis and final results, these are used to document the extent to which a client’s intercompany prices are in compliance with foreign and domestic tax regulations and present consulting advice.
Prepares presentations to convey to the client the results of analyses and recommendations going-forward.
Participates in presentations to pitch service capabilities to potential clients. -
Report Writing:
Writes industry overviews and functional analyses that are included in transfer pricing reports and documents.
Takes interview notes and prepares detailed summaries for team members.
Proofreads and edits reports prior to delivering to clients.
Writes technical memos that describe the analytical process.
Other duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
N/A
Education
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or other relevant field of study required.
Experience
Leadership experience preferred.
License/Certifications
N/A
SOFTWARE
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
LANGUAGE
N/A
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Exceptional research and writing skills
- Skilled in detailed reading, proofing and editing highly technical and descriptive material
- Able to independently produce the initial drafts of project deliverables are written reports
- Effective interpersonal skills and experience with presentations or public speaking
- Able to communicate directly with clients in a professional and confident manner
- Strong analytical and basic research skills
- Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
- Capable of working in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Able to research taxation topics and communicate or compose written analysis effectively
- Basic understanding of transfer pricing and the desire to learn more about the industry
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
COMPENSATION
- California Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr
- Colorado Range: $35.00/hr - $39.00/hr
- Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
- Maryland Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
- Massachusetts Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
- Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
- New Jersey Range: $38.00/hr - $42.00/hr
- NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
- Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr
- Washington Range: $37.00/hr - $38.00/hr
- Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
About us
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities.
BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We Are Committed To Delivering Exceptional Experiences To Middle Market Leaders By Sharing Insight-driven Perspectives, Helping Companies Take Business As Usual To Better Than Usual. With Industry Knowledge And Experience, a Breadth And Depth Of Resources, And Unwavering Commitment To Quality, We Pride Ourselves On:
- Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
- Empowering team members to explore their full potential
- Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
- Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
- Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
- BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”
Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Tax Intern
Target public accounting firms during fall recruiting
Big Four and regional CPA firms recruit Tax Interns in September and October for the following January. Applying early gives you time to confirm OPT authorization dates align with the internship start date before an offer is extended.
Confirm your OPT start date covers tax season
Most Tax Intern roles run January through April. If your OPT authorization starts after January, you may miss the hiring window. Plan your OPT application filing date carefully to ensure your EAD is valid before the internship begins.
Highlight accounting coursework and software skills
Employers hiring Tax Interns on OPT expect familiarity with tax software like ProSystem fx or UltraTax, as well as core accounting courses. List relevant coursework if you lack work experience, especially if you are a recent graduate.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Tax Interns without employer sponsorship?
Yes. OPT work authorization is tied to your F-1 status, not to your employer. You work using your Employment Authorization Document, which does not require the employer to file any petition or pay USCIS fees. The firm simply verifies your EAD during I-9 onboarding. No H-1B sponsorship is needed for the internship itself.
Do Tax Intern roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
They can, depending on your degree. If you graduated with a STEM-designated degree such as accounting information systems, financial mathematics, or computer science with an accounting focus, your internship counts toward STEM OPT eligibility. A standard accounting or finance bachelor's degree is generally not on the STEM OPT designated degree list, so confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before planning around an extension.
What happens if my EAD is still processing when the Tax Intern start date arrives?
You cannot legally begin work until your EAD is in hand. File your OPT application at least 90 days before your intended start date to reduce this risk. If your card is delayed, most public accounting firms will defer your start date by one to two weeks, but they will not hold the position indefinitely through the peak of tax season.
Where can I find Tax Intern roles open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Tax Intern positions where employers have a history of hiring international students on OPT and F-1 work authorization. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering work authorization issues late in the process.
Can a Tax Intern role lead to H-1B sponsorship after OPT?
It can, particularly at larger public accounting firms and corporate tax departments that regularly sponsor H-1B visas for full-time accountants. Converting from intern to full-time associate is a common path. Firms that already know your work quality have strong incentive to sponsor rather than recruit externally. Confirm the firm's H-1B sponsorship history before accepting an offer if long-term U.S. work authorization is a priority.
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