Property Tax Consulting Intern - Spring 2025
At DMA, we understand the importance of education and cultivating a hands-on experience. We provide a unique internship program tailored for students who are eager to excel in their fields! Our program was built to offer even more, and to prepare students for their career, including:
- Spring, summer, and fall opportunities available with part-time and full-time scheduling
- Intern Mentorship Program
- Intern Education Series and DiSC assessments
- Networking and cross-training opportunities
- Full-time opportunities available upon graduation with full-time DMA benefits
- 2024 Great Places to Work Certified
Position Summary
The Property Tax Intern assists and supports the assigned team members in performing Real Estate and/or Business Personal Property assessment reviews for DMA clients, to achieve maximum tax savings and provide other state and local tax consulting services.
This internship is a 12-week internship, during the Spring 2025 semester, taking place from January to April. Application review and interview process will take place during the Fall 2024 semester.
Essential Duties and responsibilities
- Provide support for team members in the assessment review process, including representing clients during appeals and hearings with State and Local taxing authorities
- Prepares reports and analysis supporting DMA’s position for State and Local taxing authorities; reviews and submits periodic status reports to clients; prepares Letters of Findings for clients
- Attend on-site inspection of client property (plants and operations)
- Assists Tax Managers, Directors and other business development professionals in scoping and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients
- Follow economic and industry news to identify areas of obsolescence
- Research state and local tax issues
- Participate in business development initiatives
- Participate in business development research
Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education and Qualifications
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word or Excel
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Organizational, research and interpersonal skills required
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and deadlines
Physical Requirements
- Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer