Trust Tax Summer Intern (May 2025)

About KPMG

Headquartered in Amstelveen, Netherlands, KPMG is one of the world's great audit, advisory, and tax firms that help organizations negotiate risks and perform in today's dynamic and challenging environments. By helping other organizations mitigate risks & grasp opportunities, they can drive positive, sustainable change for clients, their people & society at large.

Your role

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review fiduciary tax returns, including Forms 1041, 5227, 990, 990-PF, 1040 and 1099.
• Analyze trust accounting data, trust documents, Schedules K-1, Forms 1099, and other relevant information to determine appropriate tax treatment of income and deductions.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and address tax-related questions and concerns.
• Collaborate with senior tax professionals to ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws and regulations.
• Respond to tax notices from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and state taxing authorities.
• Help Identify process improvement and automation opportunities and work with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy solutions across the practice.

Training & development

KPMG's internship program is a robust experience designed to cultivate future leaders. As an intern, you'll receive comprehensive training in your specialized areas, alongside mentorship from seasoned professionals. Through real-world projects, workshops, and networking opportunities, you'll build a strong foundation for your career while gaining valuable insights into the world of professional services.

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Medical and Dental Plans.
• Vision coverage, Disability and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) plans.
• A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health.
• Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service.
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year.

Career progression

At KPMG, career progression is a dynamic journey of continuous learning and growth. Outstanding performance as an intern can open doors to a full-time Associate role, propelling you into a rewarding career in professional services. This internship experience is a pivotal beginning to your career journey, paving the way for exciting opportunities ahead.

Work-life balance

KPMG's working hours are flexible, and if a project’s nature allows, they also offer work from home. Their programs support every employee in finding the right balance between family, work, and free time. It places a special focus on the compatibility of career and family.

Culture & vibe

The company's culture is deeply entrenched in its values. KPMG has a work environment built on trust, mutual respect, willingness to collaborate, honesty, diversity, and flexibility. These values & qualities help bring out the best in their employees and are a good training ground for fresh graduates and interns. Fresh graduates and interns can grow and thrive in this kind of organization.

About you

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors: Bachelor's and/or Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, Trust Administration, or a related field.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Pursuing educational requirements for CPA licensure in the principal place of business (the state in which the office is located) for this position preferred
• Basic knowledge of trust, estate, individual, or exempt organization taxation and/or tax information reporting preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in tax software (CCH Axcess, ONESOURCE Trust Tax) preferred
• Demonstrated quality service mindset; strong technical aptitude with excellent written/verbal communication and critical thinking skills; ability to navigate MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using your means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H1-B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa).

Sources

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• kpmguscareers.com/job-search/
• youtube.com/@KPMGGo