Intern

McDermott
Houston, Texas, United StatesPosted Oct 13, 2026New

About the role

Job Overview

The Corporate Tax Intern supports the corporate tax department and works closely with their supervisor. The Corporate Tax Intern is a role that allows for the development of tax technical skills, tax software knowledge, and analytical abilities. The Corporate Tax Intern will be responsible for assisting with tax compliance, tax research, data analysis, and day-to-day and ad hoc projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Support day-to-day operations of the Corporate Tax functions and duties by

assisting the team with administrative tasks, data entry, and organizing materials

  • Perform basic tax research and analysis on assigned projects, gather relevant

data, and present findings in a clear and concise manner

  • Assist with preparation of domestic and foreign returns, including gathering

and organizing supporting documentation

  • Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of various tax projects,

ensuring timelines are met and deliverables are achieved

  • Assist in the creation, editing, and formatting of various documents,

presentations, and reports

  • Respond to emails and other inquiries in a timely and professional manner,

ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders

  • Contribute to a collaborative and supportive atmosphere, actively seeking

learning opportunities, and demonstrating a positive attitude towards work and colleagues

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications and Education

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in accounting
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional

languages are a plus)

  • Ability to pay attention to details and maintain accuracy in all work

activities

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage

time effectively

  • Proactive problem solver with a willingness to learn new concepts and adapt

to new challenges

  • Team player with a demonstrated ability to work effectively both

independently and within a team

  • Proficiency in digital tools including familiarity with standard office

software (eg, Microsoft Office) and ability to learn and adapt to new software and tools quickly

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