Tax Intern Jobs in Texas
Tax Intern jobs in Texas draw strong demand from one of the country's most active accounting markets, concentrated in public accounting firms, energy companies, and large corporate headquarters. Houston, Dallas, and Austin lead hiring, with firms like Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and EY anchoring entry-level pipelines across all three metros. The most sought-after specialties are federal and state tax compliance, partnership taxation tied to oil and gas, and international tax work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary:
The Tax Intern, International Tax Services will utilize their educational background and organizational skills while taking direction from more experienced team members to become familiar with assisting in consulting with clients on cross-border tax matters. Responsibilities will include performing tax research and analysis of various international tax issues to assist in providing international tax advice and working with software applications to assist clients with tax reporting obligations for international operations.
Job Duties:
- Tax Consulting
- Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing critical thinking to provide clients with tax advice on international tax issues
- Gains exposure to the development of work plans for all assigned clients
- Learns about international tax law relevant to particular clients and how that law can be appropriately applied to client facts
- Monitors tax law and client factual developments on a daily basis
- Coordinates with BDO non-US colleagues in approximately 160 countries on how US tax rules align with foreign tax law to impact client transactions
- Tax Specialization
- Begins to develop an understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding International taxation and explores specializing in one or more international tax areas
- Research
- Identifies when research is necessary and frames issue to be researched; identifies sources of all reliable and relevant information including information tending to contradict preferred positions; accesses those sources and retrieves that information; analyzes facts and authorities; understands their weight; and reports on analysis
- Assists in preparing Written Tax Advice (WTA) on international tax and cross-border transactions
- Tax Compliance
- Assists in obtaining required client information to utilize in the preparation of international tax compliance forms and US international informational reporting
- Begins to develop a basic level of understanding of tax compliance as evidenced by:
- Ability to use Firm tax compliance software to maximize efficiency in tax preparation process
- Understanding international tax compliance topics such as Subpart F income, Earnings and Profits adjustments and foreign tax credits and analyzing cross-border transactions for tax return impacts, including Section 351 and Section 304 transactions, liquidations under Sections 331 and 332, and reorganizations under Section 368
- Tax Technology
- Utilizes tax research databases such as RIA, BNA, Lexis Nexis
- Utilizes Go Systems, and other tax-related software with some supervision
- ASC 740-10 Begins to develop a basic understanding of ASC 740-10 as it applies to international tax issues.
- Understands and applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferred
- Enrolled in a Bachelors or Master’s program in Accounting, Taxation or Master of Laws (LLM ) degree program other relevant field, required
Experience:
- Leadership experience, preferred
License/Certifications:
- J.D. or pursuing credits towards a CPA, preferred
Software:
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint, preferred
- Experience utilizing RIA, BNA, Lexis Nexis and/or Westlaw, preferred
Language:
- N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions as directed
- Ability to work effectively in a team setting
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn Seeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues related to compliance
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.
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
Virginia Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Washington Range: $37.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
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Tax Intern Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- BDO11

- EY4

- RSM3

- Andersen2

- Ryan2

Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing
- Technology & Software
- Chemicals & Materials
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax intern jobs across Texas.
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation at a Texas university
- Completed core accounting coursework including tax, auditing, and financial reporting
- Progress toward CPA exam eligibility under Texas State Board of Public Accountancy requirements
- Proficiency in tax preparation or research software such as CCH Axcess or Thomson Reuters
- Strong analytical and written communication skills for preparing tax workpapers and memos
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred, with demonstrated academic performance in accounting courses
Tax Intern Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax intern in Texas?
Most tax intern roles in Texas require enrollment in an accredited accounting or finance program and progress toward meeting the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy's CPA eligibility requirements, which include hours in accounting and business coursework. Firms recruiting in Texas look for candidates who have completed core tax and auditing courses and are on track for the 150 credit hours needed for licensure. A strong academic record and familiarity with tax research tools sharpen your candidacy.
Which companies hire tax interns in Texas?
Companies currently hiring tax interns in Texas include BDO, EY, and RSM, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of energy companies, Fortune 500 headquarters, and large regional public accounting firms makes it one of the broader markets for tax intern opportunities in the country.
Which Texas cities have the most tax intern jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and Austin have the most tax intern openings in Texas, driven by the dense concentration of Big Four and regional accounting firms, energy sector headquarters, and large corporate tax departments that anchor hiring in those metros. Smaller markets like San Antonio and Fort Worth also post openings tied to regional firm offices and mid-size companies with in-house tax functions.
Are there remote tax intern jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many entry-level roles, since tax work is largely document-driven and desk-based. About 78% of tax intern openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the analytical nature of the work. Research, compliance preparation, and tax memo writing tend to be the tasks most commonly performed remotely, while client-facing and review work typically stays in-office.
How can I get hired as a tax intern in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to campus recruiting programs run by Big Four and large regional firms with major Texas offices, such as Grant Thornton and RSM, which recruit actively from UT Austin, Texas A&M, and other Texas universities. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance programs affiliated with Texas universities give you documented return preparation experience. Lateral entry from bookkeeping or accounting assistant roles at Texas-based companies also opens doors, and passing one or two CPA exam sections before applying sets you apart.
Where can I find and apply to tax intern jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to tax intern jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and target metro, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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