CPA Opportunities in Tax Co-op (Jun 2025)

Your role

The Tax Team

In KPMG’s Tax practice, your skills, tact, and knowledge can make a difference to your client's business strategy and ultimately, their bottom line. You’ll work with clients to identify tax-planning opportunities and meet their tax compliance requirements. You will have the opportunity to work with one of the many teams within their Tax Practice, which could include:

Canadian tax

Canadian companies and individuals must deal with numerous government authorities and frequent changes to tax laws and regulations. Canadian tax professionals assist businesses and individuals in understanding how to respond to these changes effectively. 

US Corporate tax

US Tax practice assists organizations i) in deciding which business structure will be the most effective from a US tax perspective – subsidiary, branch, or joint-venture partnership when dealing with cross-border expansions or in deciding the most tax-efficient investment sleeve to invest in for those clients investing in Asset Management funds; ii) in choosing tax effective methods of capitalization, financing, and repatriation; iii) with their US tax provision and/or compliance requirements.

About you

You strive to make a meaningful and positive difference alongside your peers, to work collaboratively and with innovation at the forefront. You’re passionate about being involved in your local community and post-secondary institution and have a proven ability to achieve personal and professional success while being curious as you learn emerging practices and technologies.  

How you will succeed: 

• You have a strong academic record
• You are committed to achieving your Canadian CPA designation and working to obtain the CPA-required prerequisite courses at your post-secondary institution
• You build collaborative relationships: Establishes strong relationships internally and externally and builds wide and productive networks
• You develop and motivate others: Engage others, instill confidence, and coach people to find meaning in their work and achieve exceptional results
• You take opportunities to learn and adapt: Use insights and self-reflection to build capability and embrace new challenges
• You drive quality: Delivers high-quality results and exceptional service that provide value
• You foster innovation: Embrace a culture of innovation and experimentation to create value

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

KPMG’s Total Rewards program reflects their commitment to supporting well-being in a way that is flexible, personal, and meaningful so their people can be at their best and thrive with them, they offer the following;

• Extended healthcare
• Retirement and Savings Plan
• Lifestyle Spending Account

For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here.

Training and development

KPMG’s Intern and Co-op program aims to develop the next generation of leaders through challenging and interesting work. During your term, you will gain authentic engagement experience working with client projects across teams. Along the way, you will broaden your skill set through KPMG’s vast learning and development opportunities that you can take on to your future career.

The National Power Up programming will also provide you with opportunities to:

• Learn from their leaders
• Build a network with other student hires through social events
• Collaborate with professionals from across KPMG 
• Learn how KPMG supports you in your career journey.

Career progression

The KPMG Internship Experience is a terrific way to learn business skills, find a mentor, build your network, and get real-world (even global) experience before graduation. And it can often lead to a full-time job. 

How to apply

• Please limit your application to one role at the location of your choice based on your interests. You will be asked to complete an application questionnaire where you can outline your preferences. Please carefully review which specific opportunities are available before submitting your application, as openings vary by office.   
• Applications can be addressed to the “Hiring Manager” and should include a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your most recent unofficial transcript. If you do not have access to an electronic copy of your transcript, they ask that you attach a screenshot of your grades from your school’s website.  
• All considered applicants must have or will obtain legal authorization to work in Canada by the start date of employment. 

Sources

• kpmg.com/ca/en/home/careers/life-at-kpmg/benefits
• kpmg.com/ca/en/home/careers/life-at-kpmg/learning-and-development
• kpmguscareers.com/early-career/program/#internship
• youtube.com/watch?v=6SF3mtqFx9I