Federal Credits and Incentives Tax Intern - Summer 2027

Location: Hybrid workstyle aligned to an hirify.global office in McLean; travel to assigned client locations is required, with reliable transportation available and arranged by the candidate. Entry-level candidates requiring sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible.

Compensation: $36–$43 per hour.

Company

Professional services firm serving middle-market clients globally.

What you will do

• Assist with tax planning and research related to the Research and Development credit and other federal credits and incentives.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously through client interviews, computations, analysis, data gathering, and resource coordination.
• Assist with drafting opinion letters and other technical memoranda.
• Develop an understanding of client businesses and help drive the success of R&D and federal credits engagements.
• Maintain competency through continuing education and obtain additional professional certifications.

Requirements

• Completed 90 credit hours.
• Working toward a B.A., B.S., or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Accounting major.
• Travel to assigned client locations is required; reliable transportation must be available and arranged.

Nice to have

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work effectively on a team.
• Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work combines office alignment with in-person connection when supporting clients, teams, development, or relationship-building.
• Competitive benefits and compensation package.
• Continuing education and professional certification opportunities.
• Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation are provided.