State and Local Tax Internship - Summer 2027
Come for the Challenge. Stay for the Experience.
At Holthouse, we believe every challenge presents an opportunity to positively impact our clients and people. Talented and ambitious individuals who seek limitless professional opportunities thrive at Holthouse. Our team is known for its technical skill and ability to help clients address complex business issues all while investing in and supporting our people to provide a rewarding employee experience.
What We Do and Who We Serve
Holthouse is a tax, audit, advisory, and business management firm and one of the largest accounting firms in the country. Ranked in the top 30 nationally and the largest based in Los Angeles, Holthouse brings the scale and depth of a national firm together with a high-touch, shareholder-led client experience.
Since 1991, we have served high-net-worth individuals and families, middle-market companies, private equity firms and their portfolio companies across complex financial, tax and business matters. Our teams combine deep technical expertise, specialized knowledge and sharp judgment with direct access, responsiveness and collaboration - giving clients the right expertise and a clear path forward when it matters most.
The firm’s national and global reach is extended by its affiliation with Moore North America, Inc. (MNA) and Moore Global Network Limited, an independent and global accountancy and business advisory network of CPA and financial services firms located throughout the United States and around the globe. Visit to learn more.
We Live Our Core Values
Our values guide us in our day-to-day interactions with our clients and each other—Integrity at our Core; Building Success Together; Passion for Excellence; and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. We are focused and committed to the needs of our clients and our team.
Discover How Far You Can Go.
Opportunities abound at Holthouse. Our firm has experienced steady growth since its founding in 1991 and continues to expand its client service offerings, creating new opportunities for professionals to grow their careers. We make significant investments in training and provide interesting, diverse, and intellectually stimulating work for our teams—the kind of work that helps you develop and refine your skills to advance in the profession.
Hybrid Work
Holthouse currently offers a hybrid work model that allows eligible employees to work both remotely and in the office, based on business needs and team coordination. When working remotely, employees are expected to meet the same performance standards, adhere to the same policies, and maintain the same level of communication, collaboration, and responsiveness as working in the office. Please note that this arrangement is not guaranteed and subject to change at any time. We will strive to provide reasonable notice of any changes to your work location or schedule whenever possible.
As an Intern in our State and Local Tax (SALT) service line, you will be responsible for the following:
- Prepare state and local income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts and its related income tax work papers
- Prepare indirect state tax returns for multiple entities
- Prepare and respond to technical correspondences from taxing authorities
- Identify accounting and income tax issues and proposes strategies to resolve them
- 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.
To be successful, these are the skills, qualities and experience you will need:
- On track to completing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a master’s degree in accounting or taxation between December 2027 - July 2028
- Available to work 40 hours a week from Mid-June through Mid-August
- Minimum overall and accounting GPAs of 3.0
- Active membership in Beta Alpha Psi or another campus accounting organization
- Strong technical aptitude and demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
- Exhibit leadership skills that demonstrate strong judgement, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Able to learn in a fast paced environment and receptive to feedback and coaching
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and take initiative on projects
- High attention to detail
- A positive attitude and is a team player mentality with a can-do spirit
How to Apply:
- Select the office you’re most interested in and submit an application -
- Required documents – Resume, Unofficial Transcripts
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“Holthouse” is the brand name under which HCVT CPAs LLP and Holthouse LLC and its subsidiaries provide professional services. HCVT CPAs LLP and Holthouse LLC and its subsidiaries practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. HCVT CPAs LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Holthouse LLC and its subsidiaries provide tax, advisory, and business consulting services to their clients. Holthouse LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.
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Basics
Resume/CV, Full name, Pronouns, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL
Short answers (11)
- What is your Legal First and Last Name?
- What is your Preferred First Name and Last Name?
- If yes, give locations and dates. optional
- How did you learn about HCVT? Who referred you to the firm?
- If yes, state names and relationships. optional
- How many years of experience do you have in this area? optional
- Major(s):
- Minor(s) and/or Specialization(s):
- Will you meet the educational requirements for sitting for the CPA exam and licensure upon your graduation according to your state CPA board requirements? If not, what are your plans for completing your additional coursework to become CPA eligible?
- Please list the most applicable Month and Year of when you will be CPA eligible.
- I fully understand that if I should be considered for association or employment with HCVT that false, misleading, or omitted information in my application(s), resume(s), interview(s) and/or specifically on this form, or any related form(s) may disqualify me from candidacy, or be a basis for and could possibly result in the immediate termination of my association or employment, without notice. I certify that the information provided herein by me is true, correct and complete. I understand that typing my full first and last name below constitutes an electronic signature to which I agree to be bound, and I acknowledge and agree to the above Terms of Acceptance.
Pick from a list (12)
- Have you ever applied to HCVT before?
- Which office location are you most interested in?
- Do you have any friends or family members working for the firm?
- If hired, would you have a reliable means of transportation to and from work?
- Are you at least 18 years old? If under 18, hire is subject to verification that you are of minimum legal age.
- Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying, either with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Are you available to work overtime?
- Are you a US Citizen, National, Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. green card holder), Refugee, or Asylee?
- Are you presently authorized to work for our organization without the need of any US employment sponsorship by our organization?
- Will you or is there a chance you may require our organization to sponsor you now or anytime in the future to obtain, maintain, or extend your US employment authorization?
- Which university did you most recently attend? If your university is not listed, please select "Other." optional
- Is your overall GPA a 3.00 or above?
Written answers (4)
- What is your permanent address? Please list your full address including apartment number, city, state, and zip code.
- What is your permanent e-mail address? Please list a non-school (.edu) e-mail address.
- Why are you interested in this position? optional
- If NO, describe the functions that cannot be performed. optional
Attachments (1)
- Please upload an unofficial copy of your transcript. You must include Undergraduate, Community College, Masters, MBA, and MBT transcripts all into one PDF file if multiple are applicable.