Intern, Economic Valuation Services, Tangible Asset Valuations | Houston Summer 2028

About the role

Valuation professionals at KPMG provide clients robust and informed guidance on valuation matters across multiple sectors, deal stages, and business needs. We determine fair (market) value of equity shares, assets, or complex financial instruments for mergers and acquisitions, financial reporting, tax, and other regulatory standards. Our engagements include providing pre- and post-deal Purchase Price Allocations (PPA), Impairment Testing, employee or management incentive scheme valuations, and recurring fund valuations.

As a member of our diverse team, you will help high-profile clients understand, analyze, and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges. You have the opportunity to develop your career through a range of multifaceted engagements, formal training, as well as informal mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the valuation analysis of real property and personal property, including report preparation, proposal development, and executive presentations for financial reporting, tax, regulatory, or business planning purposes
• Collaborate with senior team members on client deliverables, gaining exposure to a wide range of real estate asset classes
• Perform market research and property inspections as required, domestic and abroad, in order to support the valuation process
• Read, abstract, and analyze leases related to equipment and commercial real estate transactions
• Assist KPMG audit teams in a review capacity as tangible asset specialists, reviewing third-party or internally developed valuations
• Build capabilities in key technologies that enable tax professionals for client service delivery such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, Power BI, and more

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, Real Estate, Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, 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
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
• Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science, or data and analytics preferred
• Demonstrated interest in real estate, machinery, and equipment valuation; basic understanding of real estate finance concepts and ARGUS is a plus
• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel-based modeling, including basic formulas, look-up functions, and cash flow modeling; proficiency with shortcuts, VBA, and data visualization is a plus
• Strong technical, business acumen, critical thinking, and agility skills; demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes, coupled with a professional demeanor and a collaborative leadership approach in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated quality service mindset, strong technical aptitude, and ability to learn and navigate technologies such as AI, Alteryx, Power BI, MS Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), and apply emerging technologies to enhance tax processes and insights
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills; feedback-oriented and resourceful in delivering high-quality work
• 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 (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)

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

• A variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, and 401(k) plans
• A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year, depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service
• Two annual breaks where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off: one at year-end and another around the July 4th holiday

Pay

KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. The offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations. For city-specific salary ranges outside of California, visit KPMG’s Pay Transparency page.