Winter 2027 Tax Season Internship

Job DetailsJob Location: Multiple Locations - Rockford, IL 61107Position Type: InternSalary Range: $19.00 - $24.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: Day

Gain valuable hands-on experience and build your skills during tax season!

Our Winter 2027 Tax Season Internship provides students with practical experience supporting tax professionals while developing skills that align with future careers in public accounting, tax, and financial services.

About Our Winter Tax Season Internship

The Winter Tax Season Internship is a paid seasonal opportunity that provides students with meaningful experience during one of the busiest and most important periods of the year.

Interns will work alongside experienced tax professionals and support teams while gaining hands-on experience in a professional tax environment.

During this internship, you may

Assist with tax return preparation and processing
Organize and manage tax documents
Support client information gathering efforts
Assist with administrative and operational tax-season activities
Participate in special projects as assigned
Collaborate with tax professionals and support teams

Specific responsibilities will vary by office and team assignment.

Internship Locations

Internship opportunities are anticipated in the following locations:

Rockford, IL

St. Charles, IL

Iowa City, IA

Cedar Rapids, IA

Clinton, SC

Plano, TX

San Antonio, TX

Middletown, RI

St. Paul, MN

Lewes, DE

Dover, DE

This internship may be a strong fit for students

Pursuing Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related degrees
Interested in tax careers
Pursuing or considering the CPA track
Seeking hands-on experience in a professional tax environment

Internship Details

Seasonal opportunity beginning in January and ending in April 2027
Paid internship opportunity
In-person participation required
Reliable transportation required
Candidates must be able to commute to their assigned office location
Work schedules may vary by office and business need

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates typically

Are currently enrolled in a college or university program
Have strong attention to detail
Demonstrate organization and reliability
Possess strong communication skills
Work well both independently and on a team
Have an interest in tax and accounting-related work

Why Choose Savant?

You'll gain

Exposure to the tax profession in a real-world environment
Experience working with tax professionals during tax season
Practical skills that support future accounting and tax careers
Professional mentorship and development
Insight into career opportunities within tax and financial services

What to Expect After You Apply

Application Window

Applications will remain posted through Friday, October 9, 2026.

Initial Review

Our Talent Acquisition team will review applications throughout the application window and after the posting closes. During this review, we'll consider your qualifications, areas of interest, location preferences, and alignment with available internship opportunities.

Location & Opportunity Matching

During the review process, candidates may be considered for multiple internship opportunities. Our team may match applicants to the internship location and opportunity that best align with their interests, qualifications, and business needs.

Internship Matching Process

Qualified candidates may be moved into a specific internship opportunity that best aligns with their interests, qualifications, and preferred location(s).

Candidate Updates

Candidates selected for further consideration can expect to hear from our team by Friday, October 30, 2026.

Interviews

Selected candidates may participate in one or more virtual and/or in-person interviews with the hiring team.

Decisions

We anticipate making final internship decisions by the end of 2026.

Apply today!

All applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbent in this position. Any combination of equivalent education and work experience will be considered.

Savant Capital LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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