OC Tax Internship - Summer 2026At — HCVT HOLTHOUSE CARLIN & VAN TRIGT LLP

As an intern in our Tax service line you will be responsible for the following:

• Prepare federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts and its related income tax work papers
• Complete a variety of projects within engagement timeline and budget guidelines
• Learn and effectively utilize firm tax preparation software to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance the quality of service to clients
• Perform self-review of work
• Perform tax technical research assigned by supervisors 
• Develop strong relationships with firm professionals 
• Participate in firm training and activities
• Work with your buddy and performance manager on professional development of both technical and soft skills.

Tasks:

Prepare federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts and its related income tax work papers
Complete a variety of projects within engagement timeline and budget guidelines
Learn and effectively utilize firm tax preparation software to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance the quality of service to clients
Perform self-review of work
Perform tax technical research assigned by supervisors 
Develop strong relationships with firm professionals 
Participate in firm training and activities
Work with your buddy and performance manager on professional development of both technical and soft skills.

Training:

Student will begin with onboarding and foundational training on firm systems, tax software, and engagement workflows to understand expectations and core processes. They will work with their assigned buddy and performance manager to ensure work is assigned and accurate. As the internship progresses, the student will apply technical knowledge by preparing portions of tax returns and supporting workpapers while managing assigned tasks within timelines and performing self-review. The student will also utilize research tools to complete basic tax research and incorporate feedback from supervisors to improve accuracy and efficiency. Throughout the program, the student will collaborate with team members, build professional relationships, and actively participate in training and development opportunities to strengthen both technical and soft skills.

Learning Outcome:

Student will be able to prepare federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts, along with supporting workpapers in accordance with firm standards.
Student will be able to manage multiple tax-related projects within established timelines and budget constraints while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
Student will be able to utilize firm tax software and research tools to complete assignments, conduct basic tax research, and contribute to team knowledge-sharing.
Student will be able to evaluate and improve their own work through self-review, applying feedback from supervisors to strengthen both technical accuracy and professional judgment.
Student will be able to collaborate and communicate effectively with team members, building professional relationships and actively participating in training and development opportunities.