Winter 2027 Tax Internship - Milwaukee

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; hybrid work environment with regular in-office attendance. Office expectations vary by location and service line.

Pay rate: $25.00–$84.00 per hour.

Company

Baker Tilly is a top 10 advisory, tax, and assurance firm providing tax and business advisory, assurance, and professional services.

What you will do

• Support tax engagements by learning clients’ businesses, industries, transactions, and tax needs.
• Assist with federal, state, and local tax returns, workpapers, calculations, supporting schedules, and related deliverables.
• Conduct tax research and document findings for engagement teams and clients.
• Use firm-approved tax preparation, research, workflow, document management, data, and collaboration technologies.
• Collaborate with engagement teams and clients to obtain information and maintain well-supported documentation.
• Complete assigned work accurately and on time, communicate progress and issues, apply feedback, and participate in training and special projects.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related business discipline at an accredited institution.
• Must have at least one academic term remaining after completing the internship.
• Must be on track to meet the educational requirements for CPA exam eligibility before starting a full-time Associate position.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Foundational accounting knowledge, basic research and analysis skills, and the ability to document findings clearly and accurately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; collaboration; organization; time management; attention to detail; reliability; professionalism; integrity; accountability; and sound judgment.
• Curiosity, learning agility, willingness to ask questions, seek guidance, apply feedback, and provide responsive client service.

Nice to have

• Previous internship, academic, leadership, volunteer, customer service, or other relevant experience.
• Demonstrated interest in accounting and professional services.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time winter internship running from January through April.
• Structured training, coaching, professional development, and participation in engagement teams.
• Collaborative and flexible environment that supports curiosity, continuous learning, and career development.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Hiring process

• Submit a resume and unofficial transcript(s) as part of the application.
• Discuss location requirements with a Baker Tilly Talent Acquisition professional; accommodations can be requested through the Careers page.