Tax Intern, KPMG Law | Tempe Summer 2027

About the role

Join KPMG Law as a Tax Intern and become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the world’s top tax firms. Work in a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success, with access to KPMG’s extensive network of specialists and cutting-edge Ignition Centers. Contribute to innovative tax solutions while helping high-profile clients navigate complex business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring in an environment where investing in culture is a priority.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in reviewing and analyzing legal documents, such as commercial contracts and corporate governance materials.
• Contribute to legal research and monitor developments in the legal and regulatory environment to ensure compliance.
• Support legal managed services engagements, including high-volume contract review, data extraction, and contract lifecycle management.
• Manage the formation, registration, and dissolution of domestic and international entities, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
• Draft and maintain corporate documents, including bylaws, operating agreements, resolutions, and meeting minutes for boards and committees.
• Coordinate and file annual reports, business licenses, and other regulatory filings to maintain good standing across jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with diverse teams within KPMG Law and across KPMG’s broader network, including international member firms.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
• Must demonstrate an intention to enroll in and complete a JD or LLM program.
• Upon completion of this internship, must have additional academic credits to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements (if applicable).
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science, or data and analytics preferred.
• Experience working in a professional services environment, Big 4 Public Accounting, or KPMG Law experience preferred.
• Strong technical, business acumen, critical thinking, and agility skills.
• Demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes in a dynamic environment.
• Professional demeanor and collaborative leadership approach.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn and navigate technologies such as AI, Alteryx, Power BI, and MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• 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 and be able to travel to work locations using a personal vehicle or public transportation.
• Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, sometimes with short notice.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future (KPMG will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity).

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.