USA - Tax - People Advisory Services (PAS) Tax - Rewards - Jd/llm - Intern - Summer 2026

USA - Tax - People Advisory Services (PAS) Tax - Rewards - JD/LLM - Intern - Summer 2026

Join our dynamic EY Tax team, where our global expertise and deep technical knowledge across all tax disciplines are enhanced by the latest in innovation and cutting-edge technology. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service, strong accountability, and governance, making us the top choice for industry executives and the largest revenue-generating US and global tax practice. As the future of work evolves due to globalization, demographics, technology, and regulation, our People Advisory Services (PAS) professionals are poised to ensure our clients' workforce is agile and adaptable to rapid organizational changes. We partner with organizations worldwide to tackle complex challenges related to business transformation, talent deployment, workforce evolution, and the strategic role of HR. Our services are designed to align and motivate the workforce with strategy, productivity, and streamline HR operations, ultimately leading to improved efficiency and cost savings.

Your key responsibilities as a Tax Technical Intern within the Rewards practice will include:

• Developing relevant and flexible tax-compliant compensation, benefit and incentive approaches for clients, including:
• Advising clients on regulatory matters and the taxation of compensation and benefit programs, including U.S. and global programs.
• Benchmarking and designing executive and broad-based compensation and benefit arrangements.
• Supporting clients in complex transactions (mergers, acquisitions and divestitures), including:
• Conducting financial due diligence on HR, compensation and benefit programs.
• Identifying tax, financial, and regulatory risks related to compensation and benefits and a target company's broader HR function.
• Performing golden parachute / Section 280G calculations in connection with transactions.
• Advising on the tax and financial implications and executive compensation broad-based arrangements, including drafting technical memorandums and opinions addressing various Internal Revenue Code Sections, including, but not limited to, 83, 162(m), 280G, and 409A.
• Providing support to EY's Tax, Assurance and Consulting functions as compensation and benefits subject matter resource.

Skills and attributes for success:

• A predicted undergraduate or graduate degree in Human Resources, Business or Industrial Relations; supported by a strong academic record.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong quantitative acumen, including outstanding analytical ability.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.
• Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver's license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.

Ideally, you will have:

• 3.5 undergrad GPA.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
• Effective project management skills, including effective organization and time management skills with ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.
• Strong follow-through skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

Please note this position is not able to consider candidates with an Accounting major who have plans to pursue the CPA. CPA-track candidates with an interest in Tax should explore opportunities in the 360 Careers Diversified Staff Group; you can learn more about the 360 Careers Experience here.

At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

The hourly pay range for this job, in the US, is $46.63 - $56.25 per hour. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data. If you join EY full time after your internship, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. In addition, our Total Rewards package for full time hires includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

We value your application. To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period. Applications to EY are reviewed by a dedicated member of our early careers team. You may receive outreach from an EY Recruiter to discuss your application and interests.

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