Payroll Tax Analyst Internships
Payroll tax analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience with payroll compliance and tax calculations, mentorship from working payroll tax analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, with TikTok, Deltek, and Labcorp among the employers posting roles now.
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About GenScript
Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.
GenScript is seeking a Full-Time Payroll Tax Intern to support payroll tax tasks.
This role is based onsite in Piscataway, NJ and is expected to last for a duration of 6-12 months. The pay-rate is $25 per hour.
The schedule is Monday - Friday with 4 days onsite, 1 day remote.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the preparation and review of federal, state, and local payroll tax filings
- Support reconciliation of payroll tax liabilities against payroll registers and general ledger accounts
- Help monitor multi-state tax registrations, and assist in tracking and applying updates to state/local tax rates, wage bases, and jurisdictional requirements
- Assist with quarterly and annual payroll tax reconciliations
- Help identify and troubleshoot payroll tax discrepancies or notices from tax agencies
- Other ad-hoc tasks/ Payroll backup as needed.
Key Qualifications:
- Fast learner with ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
- Able to attend to detail and accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
- Self-driven individual and able to work independently
Commitment Period: 6-12 months
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Benefits:
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About GenScript
Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.
GenScript is seeking a Full-Time Payroll Tax Intern to support payroll tax tasks.
This role is based onsite in Piscataway, NJ and is expected to last for a duration of 6-12 months. The pay-rate is $25 per hour.
The schedule is Monday - Friday with 4 days onsite, 1 day remote.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the preparation and review of federal, state, and local payroll tax filings
- Support reconciliation of payroll tax liabilities against payroll registers and general ledger accounts
- Help monitor multi-state tax registrations, and assist in tracking and applying updates to state/local tax rates, wage bases, and jurisdictional requirements
- Assist with quarterly and annual payroll tax reconciliations
- Help identify and troubleshoot payroll tax discrepancies or notices from tax agencies
- Other ad-hoc tasks/ Payroll backup as needed.
Key Qualifications:
- Fast learner with ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
- Able to attend to detail and accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
- Self-driven individual and able to work independently
Commitment Period: 6-12 months
#GS
#LI-EB1
Benefits:
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Tips for Your Payroll Tax Analyst Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large employers, including accounting firms and corporate tax departments, open summer payroll tax analyst intern cohorts the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in September and October so you don't miss the first wave at structured programs.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for payroll tax analyst interns expect limited work history, so give recruiters something concrete to assess. Document two or three projects showing payroll calculations, multi-state tax reconciliations, or compliance analyses with the tools you used, then link to the work in your resume or application.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach without duplicating effort.
Practice the technical screen out loud before you interview
Payroll tax analyst intern interviews typically include an analytical or spreadsheet-based screen covering tax calculations, data reconciliation, or compliance scenarios. Practice explaining your reasoning as you work through problems, not just arriving at the answer, because interviewers for this role weigh how you think as much as the final result.
Target structured rotational and cohort programs early
Larger employers in payroll, tax, and accounting run cohort programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your background, track their application windows, and apply in the first wave rather than waiting for a second posting.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 75% of the payroll tax analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually accept.
Payroll Tax Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a payroll tax analyst internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a documented portfolio showing payroll calculations, tax reconciliation exercises, or compliance case studies using tools like Excel or payroll software. Apply directly to openings and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a payroll tax analyst internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for payroll tax analyst interns is consistent performance on real work, demonstrated accuracy in compliance tasks, and team headcount at the time the offer decision is made. Position yourself by treating every assignment as a sample of full-time work, without counting on a standing offer.
When should I apply for payroll tax analyst internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, including accounting firms and corporate payroll departments, recruit summer interns the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role goes live gives you the best chance before cohorts fill.
Are payroll tax analyst internships paid?
Most professional payroll tax analyst internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, so you can compare across roles as you apply.
What should a payroll tax analyst internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For payroll tax analyst candidates, that means linked spreadsheets, tax reconciliation exercises, or case studies showing the tools you used and the problem you solved. Add relevant coursework in taxation, payroll systems, or accounting, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote payroll tax analyst internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 25% of the payroll tax analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get payroll tax analyst internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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