Student Intern Tax Preparer

About the Role

Ready to gain real‑world accounting experience during tax season? At Nichols & Company, CPAs (N&Co), you’ll work alongside experienced accounting professionals, contribute to meaningful client work, and develop skills that will help launch your accounting career. For more than 25 years, N&Co has provided accounting and tax services to individuals and small businesses throughout Central Ohio. Our mission is simple: make life #LessTaxing for clients and team members alike. We welcome accounting students at all stages of their academic journey, from first‑year students through graduating seniors. Many of our current Staff Accountants began their careers with us as interns, making this a great opportunity to explore a long‑term future with our firm.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience in public accounting and tax services
• Direct exposure to client service and tax preparation processes
• Mentorship from experienced accounting professionals
• Professional development in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment
• Opportunities to grow into future full‑time positions

Compensation

Starting at $24.00 per hour plus an end‑of‑season performance‑based bonus.

Schedule

• Internship runs from January 2027 through April 2027
• Approximately 15 hours per week in January, increasing to 25+ hours per week in March and April
• Weekend availability required during peak periods
• Minimum of 25 hours per week during peak tax season

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting
• Interest in tax and public accounting
• Organized, dependable, and self‑motivated
• Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications

Internship Opportunities

Responsibilities – Tax Coordinator Intern

• Organize and process client tax documentation
• Set up tax projects and workflows
• Communicate with clients regarding missing information
• Track deadlines and advance returns through the preparation process
• Maintain accuracy and efficiency throughout the workflow

Ideal for students who enjoy organization and project coordination, client communication, and problem‑solving with attention to detail. Workload is heaviest in March as tax documentation is received and processed.

Responsibilities – Tax Preparation Intern

• Enter and verify tax data for individual tax returns
• Assist with 1099 preparation for business clients
• Support tax professionals throughout the preparation process
• Review information for accuracy and completeness
• Learn how tax documents and regulations apply to real client situations

Ideal for students who enjoy technical accounting work, tax concepts and regulations, and analytical thinking with attention to detail. Workload increases significantly during mid‑March through the April filing deadline.