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Tax Intern- Sales Tax Team (Charlotte, NC, Summer '27, Hybrid)

Compass Group, North America

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
CHARLOTTE, NCHybrid
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Tax Intern will support Compass Corporate’s sales tax team and gain experience in a large corporate tax department. The internship runs from May 17 to August 6, 2027, in Charlotte, North Carolina, for 40 hours per week. The intern will prepare tax returns, work with exemption certificates and audit information, and assist with digitization, business license renewals, and special projects.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tax Return PreparationSpreadsheet ModelingTax SoftwareAccounting ERP SystemsMicrosoft OfficeExcelWordAccessCommunicationWorking Under PressureDeadline ManagementAttention to DetailOrganizationMultitaskingInterpersonal SkillsSelf-DirectionProactivityCuriosityAdaptabilityWorking in Diverse EnvironmentsHospitality Industry Interest

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Accounting or SimilarGPA 3.0+

Full job description

Compass Corporate

Internship Program Duration: May 17th, 2027- Aug 6th, 2027 (40 hours a week, Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM)

Internship Location: Charlotte, NC

WE ARE a family of companies delivering the best in food, hospitality, and support services. As the leading foodservice and support services company in the US, we are known for our great people, great service, and great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted our delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. Our 250,000 associates work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, stadiums, arenas, convention centers, museums, and much more (https://www.compass-usa.com/companies/) – in all 50 states.

WE BELIEVE that each and every employee plays a key role in our growth, innovation, evolution, and legacy. We know that the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting diverse talent that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar in everything we do (https://www.compass-usa.com/what-we-do/) .

YOU ARE someone that is passionate about developing yourself and those around you. You enjoy being a part of a team that is collaborative, innovative, and driven to succeed. You are inspired to create lasting, memorable experiences for guests. You believe in delivering great service to guests, building strategic partnerships with clients, and continuing to learn and improve each day. You are flexible, adaptable, and are able to act decisively with little or no supervision.

As an intern, you will gain valuable experience of working in a corporate environment and assist with day-to-day operations of a large corporate tax department. Duties will include preparing tax forms, assisting with many tasks using spreadsheet models, tax software and accounting ERP systems.

This internship involves hands-on experiences which will provide opportunities for your personal success and development.

Responsibilities: ** **

  • Prepare sales & use tax returns as needed

  • Obtain & review sales tax exemption certificates

  • Gather information required for state sales tax audits

  • Assist with file digitization project

  • Assist with business license renewals as needed

  • Special projects as assigned

** **

Qualifications:

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s, as a rising Junior or Senior, in Accounting or similar undergraduate program with a minimum GPA of 3.0

  • Proficient MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Access)

Requirements:

  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

  • High level of attention to detail and organization with ability to multi-task

  • Strong interpersonal skills

  • Self-directed, proactive, and curious

  • Flexible and adaptable to changing factors and conditions

  • Interest in the hospitality and service industry

  • Can-do attitude

  • Demonstrate awareness, understanding and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment

  • This position is paid, but not eligible for benefits such as medical, relocation, or housing.

Apply to Compass Group today!

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

At this time, employment-based visa and permanent residency sponsorship is not currently available for this position.

This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws , including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.

How this job compares

Set against the 254 open Tax Intern jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 1, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$30–35/hr136 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 254 open Tax Intern jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Education
90 of the 254 open Tax Intern jobs (35%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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