Tax Intern Jobs in Kentucky

Tax Intern jobs in Kentucky concentrate in public accounting, corporate tax, and financial services, with demand ranging from first-year undergraduate candidates to graduate students completing CPA-track programs. Louisville and Lexington anchor most of the hiring, while Covington draws openings tied to the Cincinnati metro's cross-border employers. Well-established employers such as Deloitte, Dean Dorton, and Kroger regularly bring on tax interns across individual, corporate, and state and local tax practice areas. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerDean Dorton
Top cityLexington, KY
Cities hiring4
Work type100% Hybrid
Top credentialNo degree

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Cerity Partners
Tax Admin Intern
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Tax Admin Intern
Cerity Partners
Louisville, Kentucky
Accounting
Business Operations
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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RUDLER PSC
Tax Intern
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Tax Intern
RUDLER PSC
Fort Wright, Kentucky
Accounting
Business Operations
11-50

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Crowe
Tax Intern Summer 2027
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Tax Intern Summer 2027
Crowe
Lexington, Kentucky
Data Science & Analytics
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$27 - $42/hr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Crowe
Tax Intern Winter 2028
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Tax Intern Winter 2028
Crowe
Lexington, Kentucky
Data Science & Analytics
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$27 - $42/hr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Dean Dorton
2027 Spring Tax Intern
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2027 Spring Tax Intern
Dean Dorton
Fort Wright, Kentucky
Accounting
Audit
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
201-500

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Tax Intern Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lexington
3 jobs
Louisville
3 jobs
Fort Wright
2 jobs
Paducah
1 job

Tax Intern Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Dean Dorton
Dean Dorton3 open roles
Crowe
Crowe2 open roles
RUDLER PSC
RUDLER PSC1 open role

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in tax intern jobs across Kentucky.

  • Actively enrolled in an accounting or finance degree program at an accredited Kentucky university
  • Completion of at least one semester of federal income tax coursework before the internship start date
  • Familiarity with tax preparation software such as UltraTax, ProSystem fx, or similar platforms
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize and reconcile tax documents accurately
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for client-facing and team collaboration tasks
  • Availability for full-time hours during January through April busy-season rotation

Tax Intern Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a tax intern in Kentucky?

Most Kentucky employers hire tax interns who are actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting at an accredited institution, with coursework in federal taxation completed or in progress. Kentucky does not require a state license to work as a tax intern, but candidates aiming toward CPA licensure should track the Kentucky Board of Accountancy's education requirements early, since the 150-credit-hour threshold shapes how programs are structured and which internships count toward experience.

Which companies hire tax interns in Kentucky?

Companies currently hiring tax interns in Kentucky include Dean Dorton, Crowe, and RUDLER PSC, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kentucky's mix of regional CPA firms headquartered in Louisville and Lexington alongside large corporate employers in retail, healthcare, and manufacturing means openings appear across both public accounting and in-house tax departments.

Which Kentucky cities have the most tax intern jobs?

Lexington, Louisville, and Fort Wright hold the most tax intern openings in Kentucky. Louisville leads as the state's largest business hub, home to major corporate headquarters and the regional offices of national accounting firms, while Lexington's university presence and healthcare sector drive consistent demand, and Covington benefits from its position within the broader Cincinnati metro where firms serve clients across the state line.

Are there remote tax intern jobs in Kentucky?

Yes, and more than many entry-level roles, since much of tax work involves reviewing documents and preparing returns that can be done digitally. About 100% of tax intern openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a broader shift in how accounting firms structure their intern programs. Individual and corporate return preparation tends to be the most remote-friendly portion of the work.

How can I get hired as a tax intern in Kentucky with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to the structured campus recruiting programs that regional firms like Dean Dorton and BKD run at the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville each fall. These programs are designed for candidates with no prior tax experience and select primarily on GPA, coursework completion, and communication skills. Volunteer Tax Assistance program participation, available through Kentucky community organizations, also provides verifiable tax preparation experience that resonates with hiring managers at both firms and in-house corporate tax teams.

Where can I find and apply to tax intern jobs in Kentucky?

You can find and apply to tax intern jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Louisville, Lexington, Covington, and other Kentucky markets. Search the listings to find roles that match your availability, practice area interest, and program timeline, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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