Tax Internship: Spring 2027

Houston, TX
Internship
Student (College)
Willis Johnson & Associates (WJA) is seeking 1–2 motivated Juniors, Seniors, or Master’s students to join our Tax Internship Program.

WJA is a Registered Investment Advisory firm, not a CPA firm, providing high-net-worth clients with comprehensive financial planning across all life stages, including tax planning and compliance. As a tax intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in tax services while also seeing how tax integrates into broader wealth management strategies.

This internship is a great fit for students interested in pursuing the CPA or CFP designation.

Program Highlights
  • 40-hour/week, paid internship
  • Part of our Protégé Program: technical training, one-on-one mentoring, and networking opportunities
  • Exposure to strategy sessions, client meetings, and the chance to lead a tax research project
Essential Responsibilities
  • Prepare individual, fiduciary, and business income tax returns
  • Compile and input data using Thomson Reuters UltraTax software
  • Manage workflows and organize returns in a paperless system
  • Partner with the Tax Manager and wealth managers to deliver outstanding client service
  • Support the Tax Operations team during busy season with client relations and project organization
  • Complete one specialized tax research project and present findings to members of the firm
Qualifications
  • Accounting or Finance major with an interest in Tax
  • Career goals in Public Accounting or Wealth Management
  • Strong initiative and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with technology, research, and analysis
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Professional presence and ability to work under deadlines
What We Offer
  • Paid internships:
    • Sophomore: $19/hr
    • Junior: $22/hr
    • Senior: $24/hr
    • Graduate/Post-Grad/MBA: $26/hr
  • Collaborative and positive teammates
  • Hybrid work environment (in-office start, with flexibility for remote days)
  • Formal mentorship program
  • Meaningful, rewarding work that impacts clients’ lives
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