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Intern, Research & Development (R&D) Tax Consulting - Multiple Locations Summer 2025

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Alvarez & Marsal

9d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Accounting & Tax

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a relevant degree, potentially CPA/JD/LL.M, with strong communication, analytical, and writing skills, plus proficiency in spreadsheets and strong organizational abilities.
  • You will conduct R&D tax credit consulting, manage projects, perform tax research, communicate with clients, and assist with engagement activities and documentation.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree Bachelor of Science/Business Administration, Master of Science in Accounting, finance, economics, or a STEM discipline preferred.
  • Pursuing (or intent to pursue) CPA, JD or LL.M
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong writing skills
  • High proficiency in spreadsheets
  • Ability to simultaneously work on several projects and effectively manage deadlines
  • High motivation to learn and grow
  • Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills to excel in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

  • - Work with multi-disciplinary teams to conduct research and development (R&D) tax credit consulting services, including leading interviews with client subject matter experts, writing technical memorandum, performing tax technical research, and developing quantitative work papers supporting amounts claimed.
  • - Assistance on federal tax consulting services, including meals and entertainment, accounting method assessments, treatment of capitalized assets, and inventories.
  • - Communicate directly with client personnel, including operations, finance, accounting, and engineering.
  • - Assist in managing and implementing multiple projects simultaneously, which include client interviews, computations, analysis, data gathering and coordination of A&M and client resources.
  • - Perform engagement management activities including billing analysis, invoicing and engagement setup.
  • - Assist with tax research, responses to IRS inquiries, drafting IRS protest letters, and writing other technical memoranda as needed.
  • - Apply tax technical knowledge to specific client situations and industries.
  • - Interface with client personnel to obtain information and delivery a high-quality project on time and on budget.
  • - Clearly communicate work plan and project objectives to project team.
  • - Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Intern, Research & Development (R&D) Tax Consulting.

What are the primary responsibilities of the R&D intern?

The primary responsibilities include conducting R&D tax credit consulting services, leading interviews with client subject matter experts, writing technical memoranda, performing tax technical research, and developing quantitative work papers, among other tasks.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates should be currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science/Business Administration, Master of Science in Accounting, finance, economics, or a STEM discipline. Additionally, pursuing (or intended to pursue) CPA, JD, or LL.M is preferred.

What skills are important for this role?

Important skills include excellent verbal and written communication, strong analytical and writing skills, high proficiency in spreadsheets, the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, and strong organizational skills.

What types of experience can be gained during this internship?

Interns will gain experience in tax consulting, client communication, project management, and technical research, as well as the opportunity to network with existing and prospective clients.

What is the compensation for this internship?

The hourly rate for the internship is $35 per hour.

Are interns eligible for benefits?

Interns are not eligible to participate in Alvarez & Marsal’s fringe benefits programs.

Is experience in tax necessary for this position?

While prior experience in tax is not strictly required, a strong interest in tax consulting and related fields is important for success in this role.

What makes A&M Tax different from typical tax firms?

A&M Tax is characterized by a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach to solving client problems, offering opportunities for quick responsibility assumption and a focus on achievement rather than tenure.

Where can I find more information about Alvarez & Marsal?

More information about the firm can be found on their website at www.alvarezandmarsal.com.

Alvarez & Marsal

Leading global professional services firm

Consulting
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1983
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Companies, investors and government entities around the world turn to Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) when conventional approaches are not enough to drive change and achieve results. Privately held since its founding in 1983, A&M is a leading global professional services firm that provides advisory, business performance improvement and turnaround management services. A&M’s leadership is about a bias towards action and the willingness to tell clients what we think is needed. Our restructuring heritage sharpens our ability to act decisively. Clients select us for our deep expertise and ability to create and deliver practical, rather than theoretical, solutions to their unique problems in addition to our independence/objectivity. These are the core differences that distinguish us from other management consulting firms. With over 8,000 people across six continents, we deliver tangible results for corporates, boards, private equity firms, law firms and government agencies facing complex challenges. Our senior leaders, and their teams, help organizations transform operations, catapult growth and accelerate results through decisive action. Comprised of experienced operators, world-class consultants, former regulators and industry authorities, A&M leverages its restructuring heritage to turn change into a strategic business asset, manage risk and unlock value at every stage of growth.