Summer 2025 Intern, Credits & Incentives - Baton Rouge, LA

Ryan - Baton Rouge, LA

Full-time - Intern

Baton Rouge, LA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The internship at Ryan offers a unique opportunity for students interested in taxation to gain hands-on experience while working alongside subject matter experts. Interns will engage in identifying tax savings opportunities for Fortune 500 and 1,000 clients, receiving mentorship and training to develop into seasoned tax professionals. The role emphasizes exceptional client service and involves various responsibilities related to state and local tax issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional client service to multi-state companies by identifying tax savings opportunities.
• Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies, including preparing clients for discussions with auditors and representing clients at hearings.
• Research and draft technical memoranda regarding state and local tax questions or issues.
• Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities.
• Review documentation and research issues.
• Work with raw data to complete detailed calculations.

Requirements

• Working toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or Economics.
• Anticipated graduation date within one year of internship.
• Minimum Overall and Major GPA of 2.8.
• Minimum of 6 - 12 Accounting hours depending on practice.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and effective communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage ambiguity.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

• Competitively Paid Internship
• Award-Winning Culture
• Paid Holidays (Juneteenth, Independence Day)
• Mentorship Opportunities and Hands-On Training
• Networking with Industry Leaders
• All-Expense-Paid Trip to Ryan Headquarters in Dallas, TX