Tax Internship – Summer

Job Description

We are searching for candidates interested in learning more about Tax and are curious about pursing a career in Public Accounting. Interns will work under the direct supervision and mentorship of an industry expert and will spend a majority of your time working in our Knoxville, Tennessee office. This internship will require full‑time hours, plus overtime, beginning in January and lasting through April.

As an intern, you will have an opportunity to work with clients in a wide variety of industries. Clients will range in size from start‑up entities to large corporations. In addition to client work, you will develop skills with the following:

• Research accounting services
• Client consulting engagements
• Tax compliance skills – individual, corporate, partnership, & state

• The opportunity to join an internship class of students that come from a wide range of backgrounds and educational disciplines
• Mentorship from industry experts and the ability to participate hands‑on with client‑facing projects
• Networking opportunities through vibrant company events and participation in curated organizations such as the Women’s Initiative Network, Lending Hands community initiative, Young Professionals group, and robust Talent Development trainings/webinars
• Flexible work schedules (by team), “dress for your day” attire, dynamic technology solutions, and financial incentives for training/certifications (if pursuing a full‑time career with us post‑internship)
• A real opportunity to turn your internship into a full‑time career post‑graduation

At least a Junior and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with plans to take the CPA exam (pursuit of an educational track worth 150 credit hours). A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.

Be curious and try new things! Actively seeks to learn how LBMC works as a business and adds value to our clients and works to stay up‑to‑date on the latest industry trends and technical development for areas of specialization.

Handles client and technical data responsibly to produce high quality work which adheres to relevant professional standards and client deadlines.

Communicates effectively with peers and team leaders. Embraces other points of view, continually ask questions to develop knowledge base, and upholds appropriate business conduct.

Adherence to LBMC’s defined processes and procedures including the firm’s policy on privacy and client confidentiality. Knows and follows the rules, regulations, and the Code of Professional Conduct of the AICPA, the Tennessee Society of CPAs, the Tennessee Board of Public Accountancy, and other regulating bodies as appropriate.

LBMC is built on individuals with entrepreneurial spirits and believe in the power of a hybrid workforce. We are consistently named a Pacesetter for Growth in the U.S. as we continue to add team members to each of 4 LBMC offices in the Southeast. LBMC also continues to receive accolades including being noted as a Fortune Great Place to Work, a Top 5 Firm in the Southeast, a Top Accounting Firm on Accounting Today’s Top 100 list, Best Firm in Technology, Best Workplace in Consulting & Professional Services, and more!

We are proud to provide individualized career paths regardless of team member location and work schedules.

LBMC offers competitive benefits including generous PTO schedules, robust Talent Development and continuing professional education programs, inclusive Business Resource Groups, enhanced parental leave, thoughtfully structured mentorship and individual development programs, and more. We are committed to giving back to our local communities through LBMC initiatives such as Lending Hands and the LBMC Cares Foundation to support causes important to team members.

While we may have a global footprint, we still believe in the power of southern hospitality and supporting the causes that matter to both our team members and clients and are committed to enhancing team member benefits as we identify gaps and changes in the marketplace.

LBMC values individuals with a growth mindset and…