Taxation Assistant Internship Program - 2026 | 12-Week Guaranteed Placement

Overview *Available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth Build your career in taxation and compliance with Readygrad''s Taxation Assistant Internship Program, designed to provide hands-on experience across Australian tax reporting, client compliance, and accounting practice environments. This internship is ideal for students and graduates seeking practical tax work experience, BAS & GST exposure, and job-ready skills within Australian accounting firms. Program Fee: $2,500 (incl. GST) Flexible payment plan available - 6 instalments of $417 What''s Included? Career coaching with tax & accounting professionals Taxation resume & interview preparation Internship Success Toolkit access Guaranteed 12-week Taxation internship placement Dedicated industry mentor Insurance coverage Internship certification Ongoing career support Since 2012, Readygrad has partnered with accounting practices, tax consultancies, and corporate finance teams, delivering real workplace taxation experience. Key Responsibilities - Taxation Assistant Intern Develop practical tax and compliance skills while supporting real client engagements. Responsibilities may include: Assisting with individual & company tax return preparation Supporting BAS, GST, and IAS lodgements Preparing working papers and tax documentation Assisting with ATO correspondence and client queries Supporting payroll tax and superannuation reporting Conducting tax research and legislative reviews Assisting with end-of-financial-year (EOFY) processes This internship builds exposure to Australian taxation frameworks, compliance standards, and accounting practice operations. Systems & Software Exposure Interns may gain experience using: Xero Tax MYOB QuickBooks HandiSoft / APS / Reckon Excel tax schedules & workpapers (Exposure dependent on host company placement) Taxation Areas of Exposure Depending on placement, interns may gain experience in: Individual tax returns Business & company tax BAS & GST reporting Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) Payroll tax compliance ATO reporting & lodgements Who Should Apply? This program is suited to: Accounting, Finance, or Taxation students & graduates CPA / CA pathway candidates International graduates seeking Australian tax experience Applicants pursuing Tax Accountant or Assistant Accountant roles Ideal candidates will demonstrate: Understanding of taxation principles & compliance High attention to detail Strong numerical & analytical skills Interest in Australian tax legislation Organisational & documentation ability Motivation to build a taxation career pathway Why Choose Readygrad for Your Taxation Internship? 1 in 3 interns receive job offers from host companies 30,000+ interns placed since 2012 6,000+ employer partners nationwide 10+ years of graduate employability expertise 98% report improved job search outcomes 4.5 Google rating (270+ reviews) We focus on employment outcomes helping you transition into roles such as: Taxation Assistant Graduate Tax Accountant Assistant Accountant Compliance Officer Each intern receives a dedicated Mentor and Placement Consultant, providing career coaching, technical guidance, and employability support throughout the placement.

Created: 2026-02-13