Internships

If you are looking for a 12-month internship as part of your university degree, our Internship Programme offers a valuable opportunity to find out more about a career in accountancy or tax whilst earning and acquiring new skills and experience. We may even end up offering you a place on our Graduate Programme too!

What you’ll do

Currently we offer 12-month internships in our Business Tax team only, though internships can become available in other service lines based on business need.

During a Business Tax internship you will learn and experience:

How a company’s corporation tax return works and how it links to the company’s accounts.
Perform first reviews of basic corporation tax computations and returns.
Assist directors and managers with a wide range of tax consultancy projects.
Attend meetings alongside a manager and become a point of contact for some of the clients you work on.
Be comfortable dealing with HMRC over the phone.

You will also be able to study for the ATT Foundation Qualification in Business Tax to enhance your technical learning and provide further insight in the world of tax.

What we’re looking for

Your application will not be based on academic qualifications alone and so you will need:

Predicted minimum 2:2 in any degree subject
A keen interest in Business Tax
An inquisitive mind
A good problem solver
Enthusiasm for learning
Effective communication skills
At least 112 UCAS points (under the 2017 Tariff, excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking & Extended Project))
Minimum Grade 4 in GCSE Maths and English Language
Full UK driving licence

What we offer

Throughout your internship you will benefit from:

A competitive salary
23 days annual holiday, plus your birthday as an extra day off
Pension scheme
Flexible benefits scheme including cycle to work scheme, dental insurance, life assurance, free flu jabs.
A buddy and a line manager to support you
Agile working
Mental Health First Aiders in all offices
Social committee in each office
We are Great Place To Work® certified
Pizza lunch on last working day of each month

How to apply

The first step is to complete our quick and easy online application form, to give us some essential information, and upload your CV.

If you successfully make it through the initial screening process, you will be invited to one of our Assessment Days where you will undertake various activities both individually and in a group.

Applications for our August 2025 Internship intake are now closed. We will be opening applications for our August 2026 intake in the autumn.

FAQs

Here, you'll find answers to frequently asked questions about our Internship Programme. Whether you're wondering about which offices offer apprenticeships, Right to Work requirements, or specific application details, we've got you covered.

If you don't find the information you're looking for, don't hesitate to contact us for further assistance.

Key Dates

Applications for our August 2025 Internship intake are now closed. We will be opening applications for our August 2026 intake in the autumn.

We will also be at the following University Careers & Placement Fairs this year so feel free to come along and talk to us:

Oxford Brookes University 27 March 2025

Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employer 2024

We are delighted to be recognised as one of the nation’s leading SME apprenticeship employers, placing 14th in this year's Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employers list. It is great to see our commitment to delivering high quality programmes recognised in this year’s rankings. We are proud to be featured alongside outstanding employers from a wide range of sectors and industries across the country.

I am truly thankful to everyone at James Cowper Kreston who has supported me during my placement. Working with the Business Tax team has been an amazing experience and I am grateful for the knowledge and guidance I have received over the past year. Overall it has been an incredible journey where I have not only gained a greater understanding of tax but also further developed my professional and personal skills. I feel privileged to have been given the opportunity!
Aleen Cheema, Intern