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Application deadline: Octover 17, 2025

The team you’ll join

The StepStone Tax Team is responsible for tax compliance and reporting across all asset classes at the fund level. The team is based in La Jolla, with some members working out of the New York office. We work closely with outside vendors including EY, PwC and Deloitte.

About the role

As a Tax Intern you’ll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team that supports StepStone’s tax compliance and reporting functions. This internship is designed to provide meaningful exposure to real-world tax processes, mentorship from experienced professionals, and the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects.

What you’ll do

Tax Interns will be responsible for supporting the activities of the tax team in reviewing tax deliverables, responding to requests from internal and external stakeholders and participating in tax related projects.

Key responsibilities

• Compiling and distributing tax withholding forms
• Assisting with the review of FATCA/CRS reporting
• Reviewing partner data inputs from Investor Services to ensure accurate reporting on the K-1s
• Creating a database of LP questions and standard responses to provide to Investor Services
• Communicating with the IRS and state jurisdictions to confirm available credits and resolve issues
• Coordinating the sharing of information between Fund Accounting and the tax vendors for the preparation of tax estimates
• Participate in weekly calls with the tax vendors
• Performing other ad hoc projects that reflect the broader needs of the Firm

What we’re looking for

• Undergraduate student currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance or Taxation that has completed their first year of education
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be able to work legally in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future 
• Undergraduate student graduating anywehere from December 2026 through June 2027
• GPA of 3.2 or above 
• High proficiency in MS Word, Power Point and Excel 
• Demonstrated track record of academic success 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Team player and strong work ethic 

Why join us?

At StepStone, we foster a supportive and inclusive team culture where collaboration and learning are the core of what we do. Our collegial atmosphere encourages teamwork, mentorship, and professional development. This internship is a great opportunity to gain practical experience and develop critical skills that will help you launch a successful career.

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Salary: $30 / hour

The salary is an estimate of pay for this position.  Actual pay may vary depending on job-related factors that can include location, education, skill, and experience.  The salary does not include any benefits or other forms of possible compensation that may be available to employees.

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At StepStone, we believe that our people are our most important asset and crucial to our success.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an environment that empowers our employees and allows them to be heard, regardless of title or tenure.  Our organizational community features multiple Employment Resource Groups as well as mentorship programs to enhance the employee experience for all.  

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, StepStone does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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