Tax Intern | Spring 2026

at CBIZ Benefits and Insurance Services Inc in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Status Category:
Seasonal

Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Non-Exempt

Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40

Job Code:
FS208

With over 120 offices and nearly 7,000 associates throughout the U.S. CBIZ (NYSE: CBZ) delivers top-level financial and employee business services to organizations of all sizes, as well as individual clients, by providing national-caliber expertise combined with highly personalized service delivered at the local level.

CBIZ has been honored to be the recipient of several national recognitions:
2024 Handshake Early Careers Winner
2024 Early Talent Award by Ripplematch
2023 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation
2023 Best and Brightest Companies in Wellness
2023 Great Place to Work Certification
Together, CBIZ and Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. (MHM) are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. MHM is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services.
Essential Functions & Primary Duties
Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple tax assignments in Real Estate, Construction, Healthcare, Manufacturing and many more industries
Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals
Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with IRS audits, tax notice response, trust returns, gift and estate returns
Participate in client assignments from beginning to end
Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships
Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness and commitment to understanding their goals and needs
Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred
Active participation in student organizations or work experience in accounting or a related field is a plus, but not required
Minimum Qualifications
Working towards a Bachelor's degree
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and tax project management skills, including knowledge of GAAP, Taxation compliance, codes and regulations
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Strong computer and technical skills including, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, intranet and audit software
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