Intern, Tax Compliance (Hybrid Schedule)

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About the Intern, Tax Compliance role:
We are looking for a summer intern to join us on a 10-12 week assignment where they will learn more about Federal and state tax filing processes and assist the Tax team with those efforts. This internship will provide an excellent opportunity for an interested student who wants to gain more insight into taxes and finance within the context of a large nonprofit organization.

What we provide:

• Direct mentorship from the Manager, Tax and the Director, Tax

• Opportunity to further expand your data research and information gathering skills

• Working with a collaborative and dedicated team

• Exposure to the Federal tax filing lifecycle

• A hybrid work schedule with 2 days on-site in our Chevy Chase headquarters office and 3 days remote per week

What you’ll do:

• Assist with preparation of Federal Forms 990 and 990-T for HHMI and a related entity

• Learn more about Federal and state tax forms, rules, requirements, and guidelines relevant to tax exempt organizations

• Participate in the beginning of the process for next year’s tax returns including reviewing Schedules K-1, utilizing the latest tax software to organize and analyze data, gaining an understanding of unrelated business income, and learning about foreign filing requirements related to HHMI’s alternative investments

• Work alongside the Senior Accountant, Tax to support the state tax return filing process 

What you bring:

• An in-progress undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or another related area of study. Applicants pursuing graduate degrees are also welcome to apply.

• Completion of an undergraduate-level introductory tax course is required.

• Interest in tax-exempt organizations is preferred but not required.

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel is required.

This position will be compensated at a rate of $20.00 per hour, assuming a 40-hour work week.

Physical Requirements

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more. 

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more. 

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer