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Internship Program Duration: May 17th, 2027- July 22nd, 2027 (Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM)
Internship Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)
WE ARE a family of companies delivering the best in food, hospitality, and support services. As the leading foodservice and support services company in the US, we are known for our great people, great service, and great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted our delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. Our 250,000 associates work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, stadiums, arenas, convention centers, museums, and much more – in all 50 states.
WE BELIEVE that each and every employee plays a key role in our growth, innovation, evolution, and legacy. We know that the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting diverse talent that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar in everything we do.
YOU ARE someone that is passionate about developing yourself and those around you. You enjoy being a part of a team that is collaborative, innovative, and driven to succeed. You are inspired to create lasting, memorable experiences for guests. You believe in delivering great service to guests, building strategic partnerships with clients, and continuing to learn and improve each day. You are flexible, adaptable, and are able to act decisively with little or no supervision.
Job Description:
Our team is currently seeking a Payroll Tax intern in the Payroll Services department. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and learn from experienced payroll professionals. This internship is a part of our 10-week program robust Corporate Intern Program. The position is hybrid and requires three days working from Compass Group’s Headquarters Office located in Charlotte, North Carolina and two days working remotely.
Responsibilities:
Aid in the auditing of Payroll system outputs to ensure compliance with established standards
Provide standard payroll reports and ad-hoc reports along with data analytics to support decision making
Assist with timely and accurately processing payroll master data and payroll processing
Runs reports and prepares data for audits and legal requests
Validate tax reports for multiple filing frequencies
Provide prompt customer service with payroll questions and payroll-related policy questions
Support process improvements through projects and initiatives
Review and update process documentation
Assist with special projects
Assist other teams within department when requested
Qualifications:
Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Science or similar program with a minimum GPA of 3.0
Capability to take direction and communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to work independently as well as in partnership with team members
Self-driven, proactive problem solver with great attention to detail
Proficiency regarding time and meeting deadlines
Can do attitude
Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Apply to Compass Group today!
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
At this time, employment-based visa and permanent residency sponsorship is not currently available for this position.
This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.
Internship Program Duration: May 17th, 2027- July 22nd, 2027 (Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM)
Internship Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)
WE ARE a family of companies delivering the best in food, hospitality, and support services. As the leading foodservice and support services company in the US, we are known for our great people, great service, and great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted our delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. Our 250,000 associates work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, stadiums, arenas, convention centers, museums, and much more – in all 50 states.
WE BELIEVE that each and every employee plays a key role in our growth, innovation, evolution, and legacy. We know that the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting diverse talent that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar in everything we do.
YOU ARE someone that is passionate about developing yourself and those around you. You enjoy being a part of a team that is collaborative, innovative, and driven to succeed. You are inspired to create lasting, memorable experiences for guests. You believe in delivering great service to guests, building strategic partnerships with clients, and continuing to learn and improve each day. You are flexible, adaptable, and are able to act decisively with little or no supervision.
Job Description:
Our team is currently seeking a Payroll Tax intern in the Payroll Services department. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and learn from experienced payroll professionals. This internship is a part of our 10-week program robust Corporate Intern Program. The position is hybrid and requires three days working from Compass Group’s Headquarters Office located in Charlotte, North Carolina and two days working remotely.
Responsibilities:
Aid in the auditing of Payroll system outputs to ensure compliance with established standards
Provide standard payroll reports and ad-hoc reports along with data analytics to support decision making
Assist with timely and accurately processing payroll master data and payroll processing
Runs reports and prepares data for audits and legal requests
Validate tax reports for multiple filing frequencies
Provide prompt customer service with payroll questions and payroll-related policy questions
Support process improvements through projects and initiatives
Review and update process documentation
Assist with special projects
Assist other teams within department when requested
Qualifications:
Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Science or similar program with a minimum GPA of 3.0
Capability to take direction and communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to work independently as well as in partnership with team members
Self-driven, proactive problem solver with great attention to detail
Proficiency regarding time and meeting deadlines
Can do attitude
Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Apply to Compass Group today!
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
At this time, employment-based visa and permanent residency sponsorship is not currently available for this position.
This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.
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Who's Hiring
- BDO25
- PKF O'Connor Davies15
- Cerity Partners10
- Andersen9
- Ryan9
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing15
- Technology & Software9
- Insurance1
- Manufacturing1
- Banking & Financial Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax intern jobs.
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in accounting or taxation
- Minimum GPA requirement, typically 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Coursework completed in federal income taxation or corporate tax
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formulas, pivot tables, and data organization
- Familiarity with tax preparation or research software such as CCH or Thomson Reuters
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and team interaction
Tips for Your Tax Intern Job Search
Tailor your resume to tax software
List any exposure to tax preparation or compliance software by name. Even coursework-based experience with income tax returns matters. Recruiters screening tax intern resumes look for this before evaluating GPA or general accounting skills.
Target firms by their busy season timing
Public accounting firms hire tax interns to support January through April filings, so applications peak in September and October. Corporate tax departments hire year-round. Timing your search to match a firm's cycle gets your application in front of the right people.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tax intern openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight relevant coursework on your resume
Tax intern postings at public firms routinely ask for federal income tax or corporate taxation coursework. Name the specific courses you completed and the semester taken. This signals you can contribute from the first week, not just learn on the job.
Prepare for technical tax scenarios in interviews
Expect interviewers to walk through a basic individual or corporate return scenario and ask how you would classify income or identify a deduction. Review common Form 1040 and Form 1120 line items so your answers are concrete, not textbook-general.
Follow up with a specific thank-you note
Reference one technical topic from the interview in your follow-up. Mentioning a depreciation method or entity classification you discussed shows genuine interest in tax work and helps interviewers remember you among candidates with similar academic profiles.
Tax Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tax interns?
The most active employers for tax interns right now are BDO, PKF O'Connor Davies, and Cerity Partners, and the most openings are in Florida, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Both large public accounting firms and corporate tax departments post openings regularly, so the field is broader than it may appear.
How many tax intern jobs are remote?
About 69% of tax intern openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability shifts during peak filing seasons when in-office collaboration is more common. Tax research and compliance support roles tend to offer the most flexibility, while client-facing or return preparation positions more often require on-site work.
How do you become a tax intern?
Start by completing at least one federal income tax course so you can speak to basic concepts in interviews. Build Excel skills through coursework or self-study, since most tax work involves spreadsheets. Apply to public accounting firms and corporate tax departments during their recruiting cycles, submit a resume that names specific tax coursework, and prepare to discuss a simple return scenario in a technical interview.
Can you get a tax intern role with no prior experience?
Yes, most tax intern postings are designed for students with no professional tax experience. Employers expect to train you on their processes and software. What stands out instead is relevant coursework in taxation, a solid GPA, and demonstrated attention to detail. Volunteering with a free tax preparation program like VITA strengthens your application by showing real return preparation under supervised conditions.
What does the tax intern interview process look like?
Most tax intern interviews include an initial screen with a recruiter, followed by one or two rounds with team members or managers. You can expect behavioral questions about working under deadline pressure and attention to detail, plus at least one technical question involving a basic tax concept or return scenario. Some firms include a short case exercise or ask you to walk through how you would research an unfamiliar tax issue.
Where can I find and apply to tax intern jobs?
You can find and apply to tax intern jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background, location, and availability, then apply directly to each listing.
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