Tax Compliance Internship Job at Iowa Department of Administrative Services, Des Moines, IA

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  • Iowa Department of Administrative Services
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Tax Compliance Internship

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Tax Compliance Internship

Salary

$18.25 Hourly

Location

State of Iowa - Remote, IA

Job Type

Internship

Job Number

26-01876

Agency

625 Iowa Department of Revenue

Division

Alcohol & Tax Compliance Division

Opening Date

01/16/2026

Closing Date

3/1/2026 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-DNP

Point 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 Revenue

Address

Hoover State Office Building, 4th Floor

1305 E Walnut St

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

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Job Tags

16 hours, Full time, Summer work, Internship, Summer holiday, Work at office, Remote work,

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