Tax Compliance Internship
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Salary
$18.25 Hourly
Location
State of Iowa - Remote, IA
Job Type
Internship
Job Number
26-01876Agency
625 Iowa Department of RevenueDivision
Alcohol & Tax Compliance Division
Opening Date
01/16/2026
Closing Date
3/1/2026 11:59 PM CentralLinkedIn Tag
#LI-DNPPoint of Contact
idrinternship@iowa.gov
To Apply
Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume and cover letter to their NeoGov application
Job Description
This is a non-merit, internship position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
The Iowa Department of Revenue's Tax Compliance Division is seeking interns for Summer and Fall of 2026 to assist individuals and businesses in understanding and meeting their tax obligations. Our Tax Compliance Division administers all tax filings and tax payments, and verifies accuracy through examination or audit. Compliance handles tax billings and issues tax refunds for all tax types. A typical day for an intern can include any of the following:
Examine tax returns and related documents to determine the completeness, accuracy, and compliance with specific tax laws and regulations
Correspond with taxpayers and field staff to address discrepancies or incomplete items
Compute tax, interest, and penalties on current and delinquent accounts
Consult with taxpayers; respond to questions and explain applicable rules and regulations
Issue billing request notices, refund requests, liens, and releases from tax liability obligations
Identify individuals who are delinquent on submitting tax returns and payments
Learn more about the various roles in the Department's Tax Management Division, which includes Compliance Bureau, Operations Bureau, and Collections Bureau
Hours: Part-time during semester approximately 12-16 hours per week. Full-time during summer or semester break approximately 40 hours per week.
Location: Interns are required to attend onboarding and initial training at the Hoover State Office Building, located on the State Capitol Complex in Des Moines. Following the training period, remote work is an option if specific qualifications are met.
About the Department of Revenue
The mission of the Iowa Department of Revenue is to serve Iowans through the responsible collection and generation of revenue to support the public good. If you're looking for a career with an organization that values its employees and customers, you've come to the right place.
Applicants must live within the State of Iowa to qualify for this position.
A background check, including a criminal history check, fingerprint and Iowa tax filing check, will be conducted on the final candidate.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants for positions in this class must be currently enrolled students in a degree program at an accredited educational institution, as determined by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description ( and\ pay/JobClassDescriptions/AdministrativeIntern-00705.pdf) .
Employer
State of Iowa
Agency
625 Iowa Department of RevenueAddress
Hoover State Office Building, 4th Floor
1305 E Walnut StDes Moines, Iowa, 50319
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