Tax Digital Consulting Intern – Summer 2026

Tax Digital Consulting Intern

At Grant Thornton, our Tax Digital Services practice helps drive efficiencies, mitigate business risks, and increase the value of the tax functions of large enterprises. In addition, our team manages, automates, analyzes and visualizes data using data transformation and visualization tools to support process improvement initiatives. Our teams implement transaction tax engines and tax reporting/compliance technologies for large organizations through standard or custom integrations. Additionally, we provide technical support for these technologies during and after implementation. 

We work with complex multinational companies to understand the regulatory landscape and influence business decisions. If you have a desire to think globally in a fast-paced environment and influence important decisions in variety of business functions, then Tax Digital Consulting may be an area for you to consider.

BASELINE QUALIFICATIONS:

• General business knowledge with a strong preference for Accounting Major or Minor
• Minimum overall and major GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred
• Familiarity with analytics / visualization tools (e.g. Alteryx, DOMO, Power BI, Tableau)
• Familiarity with system infrastructure and application design
• Database architecture; creating queries and tables using, e.g., Oracle or SQL server
• Project management/project life-cycle knowledge and experience with systems/business analysis
• Technical/advanced writing skills

ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with web development techniques
• Experience working with back end databases and database management systems
• Knowledge of multiple ERP systems and databases (e.g. SAP, Oracle, MSFT)
• Transaction tax engine experience (e.g., Vertex, Thomson Reuters, Avalara)
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning, Robotics Process Automation and Blockchain and their impact on the regulatory environment
• Programming related coursework
• Java, C++ or .NET (C# or VB), R, Python proficiency

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Intellectually curious
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Dynamic thinker who challenges conventional wisdom
• Willingness to learn and adopt new technologies
• Ability to function within a geographically-distributed team
• Good listening skills and the ability to grasp business trends and needs

APPLICABLE MAJORS

• Pursuing an Accounting degree with Data Science, Analytics, or Information Systems minor
• Information Systems or Computer Science degree with Accounting or Business minor
• Data Science or Analytics degree with Accounting or Business minor
• Software/system engineering

The pay rate for this position in the firm’s Chicago, IL office is $33.50 per hour.

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better. 

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets. The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:

• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers

Here’s what you can expect next: 

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers. 

Benefits:

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

• Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
• Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details: 

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HR@us.gt.com. 

For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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