KPMG US · 7 hours ago
Tax Intern, State and Local Tax - Mergers & Acquisitions - JD | Multiple Locations Summer 2026
Charlotte, NC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerKPMG is one of the world's top tax firms, offering a collaborative culture that empowers success. They are seeking an Intern for their State & Local Tax practice to assist in delivering transaction-related tax due diligence and acquisition structuring services to clients.
Financial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team that focuses on delivering transaction related tax due diligence and acquisition structuring services to buyers and sellers
Advise private equity and commercial clients on transaction-related SALT matters as they pertain to mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Identify and estimate historical and current SALT exposures related to income tax, indirect taxes (sales/use tax, gross receipts tax, franchise tax, employment tax) and unclaimed property; identify SALT opportunities related to acquisition or disposition structuring steps
Research tax laws and form position on the application of such laws to specific facts presented during the transaction; stay current on state and local tax legislative, judicial and administrative developments
Identify and deliver/support post-transaction integration opportunities and work to develop new client relationships with newly acquired business entities
Draft due diligence reports and/or memorandums capturing areas of risk and addressing the application of law to facts
Read and draft comments on transaction related documents (e.g., purchase agreements, acquisition structure deck, 100 Day Plan, etc.) based on information obtained during tax due diligence and other transaction related services
Build capabilities in key technologies that enable tax professionals for client service delivery such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, Power BI and more
Qualification
Required
Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors: a JD or equivalent program
Upon completion of this internship, candidates must have additional academic credits to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements
Strong tax research skills
Demonstrated quality service mindset; strong technical aptitude, critical thinking skills and ability to navigate MS Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
Excellent communication, organization, time management and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; and resourceful in delivering high quality work
Ability to learn and navigate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx and Power BI
Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation
Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short notice
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
Preferred
Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
Benefits
Medical and dental plans
Vision coverage
Disability and life insurance
401(k) plans
A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health
Personal Time Off
Calendar of holidays to be observed during the year
Two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off
Company
KPMG US
KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms and the fastest growing Big Four accounting firm in the United States.
Founded in 1987
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lynne Doughtie
Former Chairman and CEO
Paul Knopp
Chair and CEO
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