Trade & Customs Tax Intern (Jun 2025)

Your role

About the Indirect Tax - Trade & Customs Team:

Using extensive industry experience and continuously monitoring legislative, judicial, and administrative policy changes, Indirect Tax professionals help manage indirect tax responsibilities and the associated costs to each business.

You will:

• Provide advice to clients, in a variety of industries, on import and export matters
• Research Canadian customs legislation and related regulatory matters
• Research and draft advice on trade & customs matters
• Formulate ideas and deliver possible trade savings opportunities
• Perform data analysis and prepare Excel reports including pivot tables and dashboards
• Assist in the delivery of multiple client engagements on time and within budget
• Maintain active communication with clients in an effort to manage expectations and satisfaction
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and newsletters

About you

• Currently attending a university or college program within the following majors: Customs Border Services, International Business, Economics, Business, Accounting, History, English, and/or Politics
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills with a strong proficiency in MS Excel
• Passion for learning about Trade & Customs or previous experience in the field of trade & customs, which may include experience with tariff classification, valuation, trade agreements, and customs entry processes is considered an asset
• Prior knowledge or interest in learning about supply chain functions and geopolitical affairs
• Demonstrated interest in and/or knowledge of trade and regulatory matters
• Highly motivated and a strong team player
• Excellent multi-tasker and works effectively towards tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a way that is open, honest, consistent and clear
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Previous experience in technology or accounting would be considered beneficial
• Customs accreditation (e.g. CCS) is considered an asset

Benefits

Some great benefits of being a summer intern at KPMG:

• National summer intern training
• Power Up sessions
• Work on client engagements
• Global Advantage (GA) Program
• Social impact
• Learn for a lifetime
• Broaden your network
• Global Internship Program (GIP)

Training and development

KPMG empowers its people to advance their personal and professional skills through learning and development programs so they can excel at every stage of their careers. 

They have a wide range of learning opportunities for students, recent graduates, and experienced professionals such as:

• CPA training and mentorship
• KPMG Audit Foundations program
• Digital Academy
• Micro-credentials learning program
• Raise Your Game
• Customized Degreed program
• Reverse Mentorship
• Supporting your further education

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