Tax Prep Internship
Tax Internship - Spring 2026
The nonprofit CASH (Creating Assets, Savings & Hope) Campaign of Maryland works to increase the financial security of low-income individuals and families by providing direct services and leading a coalition of partners.
The Tax Internship offers students the opportunity to become IRS certified tax preparers and join a CASH Campaign of Maryland tax site under the direct supervision of a tax site manager. Interns provide free tax preparation services to working families - helping them avoid the high cost of paid tax preparers. These services ensure families take advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit and other valuable tax credits that reduce the tax burden of families earning less than $64,000 per year. Additionally, Interns will help clients leverage their refunds over time by offering savings and asset development opportunities at the site.
Duties:
With the aid of a standard form, interview tax clients about their family and financial situation as it relates to their individual tax situation
Prepare tax returns using professional tax software
Assist in the management of the tax site, including providing Quality Review of tax returns, and other duties as assigned by the site manager
Qualifications:
Interns must successfully complete tax training and pass the IRS certification test offered in January at Towson University
Interpersonal or interviewing skills are helpful
Ability to maintain client confidentiality and professional demeanor
Prior tax experience is not required, but an ability to prepare a basic tax return or relevant coursework is helpful (i.e. Tax Accounting or Tax Law)
Computer competency
Time Requirement:
Tax Interns must attend training at Towson University in January
Tax Interns must be available at least 8 hours a week between late January and mid-April
Saturday availability is a plus
Benefits:
Gain valuable professional experience through meaningful service to Maryland families
Comprehensive tax law and tax preparation training, culminating in official IRS certification
Developing interpersonal and interviewing skills
Great professional development and networking opportunity
To apply, contact Madison Krchnavy at madison@cashmd.org.
575 S. Charles St, Suite 500
Baltimore, MD 21201