Tax Winter 2028 Internship - Chicago, IL

About the role

As a Tax Winter Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience with current tax laws and procedures while working on real client engagements. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals, work across diverse industries, and accelerate your growth through mentorship.

• Work on a variety of client deliverables including preparation of tax returns, individuals, partnerships and corporate tax returns.
• Identify potential tax issues and prepare tax adjusting entries and tax trial balances based on audited or client provided trial balances.
• Assist the team with daily client workflow.

Your team

• Engagement Team: You will work closely on a team made up of other Interns, Associates, Senior Associates, Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners.
• Industries: We serve a variety of clients across industries, including: Consumer & Industrial, Financial Sponsors & Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Public Sector, Real Estate, Renewable Energy, Technology & Media, and Private Client Services (varies by office).
• Office: Enjoy a modern office environment designed for your success—featuring amenities and collaborative spaces where you can connect, learn, and grow alongside fellow interns and professionals.
• Performance Coach: Will meet with you to establish goals, provide feedback and support to guide you along your career path of choice; many of our current Managers and Partners were once CohnReznick Interns themselves.
• CR Friend: A designated peer who will be your go-to person as you get started, answer your questions, and help you feel at home from day one.

Why CohnReznick?

At CohnReznick, you’ll join a team committed to helping you grow professionally, offering opportunities to build skills, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact throughout your career journey.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• On track to complete 150 credit hours for CPA eligibility.
• Minimum 3.2 GPA in both your major and overall.
• Leadership experience in student groups, activities, or team projects.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and demonstrate sharp critical thinking.
• Comfortable navigating fast-paced environments and embracing change.
• Must have advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and eager to learn new technologies.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Pay

In Illinois, the salary for a Tax Intern is $34 per hour. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes access to best-in-class learning and development platforms.

Schedule

This position is for Winter 2028 (~January-April). The role is considered hybrid, with team members encouraged to be in the office on average 3 days a week. The cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level.