What's It Like To Be A Tax Intern? #128

Simply Tax

An internship in public accounting can be one of the most rewarding yet nerve-racking experiences on the journey to a career in tax. Hear from four students who completed a summer internship with host Damien Martin as they share their advice, tips, and lessons learned. Here’s what’s covered:

• Meet our fantastic four tax interns [01:35]
• How the experience stacked up against expectations [04:00]
• Advice for those considering and embarking on an internship [11:52]
• AMA with Damien [25:38]
  • How do you develop and foster client relationships? [25:54]
  • What makes an intern successful and how can they successfully transition into an associate role? [28:17]
  • How did you decide your path and decide to get an M.S. degree in taxation? [30:48]
  • How do you keep the team motived during stressful times? [34:15]
• Tips and takeaways from the internship experience [37:07]
  • Get to know the other interns
  • Keep a positive mindset
  • Build relationships with others at the firm
  • Don’t be afraid to let others know your learning style and ability

Learn more about Tori, Batul, Drew, and Sammy and get the additional resources mentioned in the episode here!

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