Tax Intern, Business Incentives Group - Winter 2027 (Grand Rapids)

Job Summary

BDO’s Business Incentives Group (“BIG”) has experienced significant growth and continues to expand. The BIG Internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of BDO’s premier national consulting practices. As a Tax Intern, Business Incentives Group, you will assist in identifying and claiming government incentives designed to promote innovation, economic growth, and job creation in the U.S., such as the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit. Your clients are leaders in various industries, including technology, manufacturing, life sciences, healthcare, retail, consumer products, and natural resources.

About the Role

You will have the opportunity to innovate and collaborate with BDO professionals in all areas of our business, including tax, accounting, finance, and engineering, software, manufacturing, scientific, and medical departments. You will contribute to the development of your technical acumen and BIG’s market prominence, assisting in business development research and identifying opportunities for new and existing clients. You will also enhance the culture of BIG, our local offices, and BDO as a globally leading professional services firm.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the execution of multiple client engagements
• Collaborates with other BIG professionals in all aspects of our business, including innovating, developing, and implementing better strategies and processes for our services, marketing, etc.
• Establishes effective working relationships directly with BIG professionals and other BDO employees
• Contributes to the development of your own technical acumen and BIG’s market prominence
• Affords opportunities to gain and improve your skills in every aspect of professional service, including technical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, project management, practice management, and business development

Requirements

N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, with a focus in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, Communications, or Law, preferred
• Experience in leadership roles, preferred
• No licenses or certifications required
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word, preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and basic research skills
• Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Able to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Able to interact professionally with people at all organizational levels of the firm
• Desire to understand why a task is being performed and to seek learning opportunities
• Ability to perform self-study to further develop technical competency and knowledge of issues impacting various incentives

Education

Education qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, required; with a focus in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, Communications, or Law, preferred.

Pay

California Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr
Colorado Range: $35.00/hr - $39.00/hr
Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Maryland Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Massachusetts Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
New Jersey Range: $38.00/hr - $42.00/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr
Virginia Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Washington Range: $37.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr

About Us

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together. Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more ! Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets Click here to find out more ! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. "BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"