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Tax Intern

CompanyPerformance Contracting Group
LocationLenexa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 9, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist the Tax Department by preparing various tax returns and resolving jurisdictional inquiries. They will also perform account reconciliations and provide support to branch operations.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
4211
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Performance Contracting Inc. (PCI) is one of the leading specialty contractors in the United States. We provide more than 25 quality services and products to the industrial, commercial, and non-residential markets – from complex interior build-out services to large-scale insulation systems and scaffolding. This allows PCI to offer our customers diverse but related services, making PCI a true "single-source"​ contractor for many customers. We are proud to say that our selective hiring process and active recruiting methods have produced an incredible team of overachievers. We now employ more than 8,900 people across the U.S. Ranked by ENR Magazine, as of November 2024: #1 – Top Wall and Ceiling Contractors in the U.S. #12 – Top Specialty Contractors in the U.S. #8 – Top Asbestos Abatement Contractors in the U.S. PCI is the largest subsidiary of Performance Contracting Group (PCG). PCG was formed in February 1987 when the 40-year-old contracting division was purchased from Owens Corning Fiberglas by several existing employees. Since then, PCG's reputation for "providing value that exceeds customers’ expectations"​ has warranted our significant growth. PCG is employee-owned and has 60+ offices throughout the United States. Discover more about our company by visiting www.PerformanceContracting.com.
About the Role

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

 

Job Description 

PCG is looking for talented students to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program at our Corporate Headquarters in Lenexa, KS! This is a full-time paid internship supporting our Tax Department during the summer of 2027. Our tax interns work alongside experienced tax accountants to help us meet the department’s vision of being a trusted business partner — providing reliable guidance, integrated tax solutions, and world-class customer service. Through proactive efforts, we aim to stay ahead of business developments, mitigate risk, and create efficiencies through innovation. 

 

Applicants for the Summer program should be able to commit to a 10-week internship, Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm.  

 

This role is responsible for assisting with the following:  

  • Preparing sales, use, income, and property tax returns for jurisdictions throughout the U.S.
  • Responding to and resolving jurisdictional inquiries and correspondence
  • Performing tax account reconciliations and resolving any exceptions
  • Providing customer service to support branch operations
  • Participating in team training designed to further develop technical tax and interpersonal skills  

Basic Requirements

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, data analytics, or tax
  • Available to work a 40-hour work week during the summer of 2027
  • Displays dedication to delivering quality work, prepared accurately and completely
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment  
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
  • Ability to develop strong relationships with team members and other internal stakeholders 

 

Preferred Requirements 

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel 
  • Experience with Alteryx, Thomas Reuters ONESOURCE Determination, CCH AnswerConnect, OneSource RS Express, and/or PowerBI is a plus
  • Local to the Kansas City Metro area 

Benefits

At Performance Contracting Group, our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life. 

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer: 

  • Competitive hourly pay 
  • Paid holidays 
  • $2,000 scholarship  
  • Medical and prescription drug insurance plans with flexible spending account option 
  • Employee assistance program (EAP) 

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. 

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG’s Drug-Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

NOTICE TO STAFFING FIRMS, AGENCIES, AND EMPLOYMENT VENDORS:
Performance Contracting Group and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes or claims on candidates from third-party employment vendors unless a signed Fee Agreement is in place AND a candidate has been submitted into our applicant tracking system (Dayforce). Vendor solicitation should be directed to the Corporate Recruitment Department directly; as such, firms that circumvent the required compliant process will be barred from submitting candidates. In the absence of a signed Fee Agreement and proper resume submission, PCG does not recognize any claim on a candidate by a third party and will consider unsolicited resumes the property of the company, reserving the right to engage and hire those candidates without any financial responsibility to the third-party vendor.

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Key Skills
AccountingData analyticsTax preparationSales taxUse taxIncome taxProperty taxAccount reconciliationCustomer serviceMicrosoft ExcelAlteryxPowerBICommunication skillsMultitasking
Categories
Finance & AccountingConstructionData & Analytics
Benefits
Competitive hourly payPaid holidaysScholarshipMedical insurancePrescription drug insuranceFlexible spending accountEmployee assistance program