The Opportunity
As a Tax Japanese Business Network Intern, you will engage with our Tax practice, navigating the complexities of the global tax landscape. You will support our dedicated tax professionals in optimizing tax strategies, minimizing risks, and seizing opportunities to drive compliance and maximize client outcomes. As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices, supporting teams with basic tasks, and participating in projects. This role emphasizes the importance of developing your personal brand while observing and contributing to the team's success.
In this role at PwC, you will have the opportunity to work within our Tax practice, gaining exposure to the unique needs of entrepreneurial and private businesses. You will assist in delivering tailored solutions for growth, succession planning, and wealth management. This position offers a chance to apply a learning mindset, actively listen, and express ideas clearly, all while building commercial awareness and understanding how the business operates. Your contributions will be valued as you help drive sustainable growth and stay ahead in an ever-changing tax environment.
Responsibilities
- Supporting tax teams in preparing and reviewing corporate tax returns and compliance documents
- Assisting in the analysis of tax data to identify potential tax savings and compliance opportunities
- Participating in international tax planning and multistate tax compliance projects
- Engaging in tax research to provide accurate and up-to-date information on tax laws and regulations
- Collaborating with team members to draft and prepare tax documents for clients
- Contributing to the development of tax strategies that align with client goals and regulatory requirements
- Observing and learning from experienced tax professionals to gain insights into tax consulting practices
- Applying data analytics skills to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of tax reporting processes
- Supporting the Japanese Business Network in delivering tailored tax services to entrepreneurial and private businesses
- Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to learning about tax structures and policies
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in the following field of study: Accounting
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (i.e., read, write, speak) with business level fluency in Japanese and English
- Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment
- Client service intern positions are considered entry-level roles. Candidates are typically in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for a 3.5 overall GPA
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Demonstrating knowledge in Corporate Tax Consulting and International Taxation
- Utilizing skills in Tax Compliance and Tax Preparation
- Engaging in Data Analytics to support tax strategies
- Participating in Multistate Tax Compliance projects
- Applying Intellectual Curiosity to explore tax policy developments
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Job Posting End Date: October 30, 2026
Salary: $29.25 - $48.00
The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
