Tax Intern, Business Incentives Group - Summer 2027… at BDO · Chicago

Summary: BDO is a leading professional services firm that is seeking a Tax Intern for their Business Incentives Group. The intern will assist in client engagements, collaborate with professionals to enhance services, and contribute to business development efforts while gaining valuable experience in consulting and advisory roles. Responsibilities: - Assists in the execution of multiple client engagements - Collaborates with other BIG professionals in all aspects of our business, e.g., innovating, developing and implementing better strategies and processes for our services, marketing, etc - Establishes effective working relationships directly with BIG professionals and other BDO employees - Contributes to the development of your own technical acumen and BIG’s market prominence - Assists in business development research and identification of opportunities for new and existing clients - Contributes to, supports, and enhances the culture of BIG, our local offices, and BDO as a globally leading professional services firm - Other duties as required Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, required; with a focus in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, Communications, or Law, preferred - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Strong analytical and basic research skills - Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details - Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment - Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously - Able to interact professionally with people at all organizational levels of the firm - Desire to understand why a task is being performed and to seek learning opportunities - Demonstrate interest in performing self-study to further develop technical competency and knowledge of issues impacting various incentives Preferred Qualifications: - Leadership experience - Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word Required Skills: Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics Important Skills: Microsoft Office Suite Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills, Project management Internship Start Date: Start in 2027 Summer Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexibility and opportunities for advancement, Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits