Summer 2027 Intern, Sales and Use Tax at Ryan in Nashville, TN

Summer 2027 Intern, Sales and Use Tax
Location: Nashville
Why Ryan?
Hybrid Work Options
Award-Winning Culture
Generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Benefits
14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included)
Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement
Benefits Eligibility Effective Day One
401K with Employer Match
Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
Fertility Assistance Program
Four-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of Service
We are looking for interns interested in state, local, federal, and international taxation. As an Intern you will work side by side with subject matter experts in a team-based environment to identify tax savings opportunities for Fortune 500 and 1,000 clients. Interns will receive training and development to become the most seasoned state, local, federal, and international tax professionals in the industry.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide exceptional client service to multi-state companies by to identify tax savings opportunities
Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies, which includes preparing clients for discussions with auditors, representing the client at hearings and at appeal meetings, and preparing protests
Research and draft technical memoranda regarding state and local tax questions or issues
Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities
Review documentation and research issues
Work with raw data to complete detailed calculations
Education and Experience:
Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate or Economics.
Anticipated graduation date within one year of internship
Minimum Overall and Major GPA of 2.8
Minimum of 6 – 12 Accounting hours depending on practice
Professional Skills Requirements:
Work effectively in a fast pace, high-energy environment.
Strong problem solving, attention to detail, and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
Intermediate knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, and etc.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research.
Certificates and Licenses:
Valid driver's license required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran