Key Takeaways
- Gain practical experience in KPMG's Tax team during a 4-week programme.
- Opportunity to be considered for the Tax Graduate programme in 2028.
- Requires Grade 5/B GCSE Maths & English, 120 UCAS points, and on track for a 2:1 degree.
- Open to penultimate-year university students or those graduating in 2028.
About the Role
Join our four-week Tax Vacation programme to gain practical experience within KPMG's supportive and diverse community. You'll explore different tax teams, develop business knowledge, and build technical skills. This is an opportunity to make contacts, enhance your CV, and experience life at KPMG.
What You'll Learn
You'll gain insights into how KPMG helps clients manage tax issues, including digital transformation and changes to taxation policy. You could learn about:
- International tax
- Deal advisory tax
- Transfer pricing
- Indirect taxes
- Employee reward
- Global workforce tax issues
- Tax affairs for high net worth individuals and entrepreneurial families
Future Opportunities
Successful participants may be considered for our Tax Graduate programme starting in 2028 in the same office location.
Working Arrangements
KPMG operates a hybrid working model, balancing remote work with in-office collaboration and client site visits. You'll be empowered by technology and collaborative office spaces.
Entry Requirements
KPMG uses an open access policy and an application process that assesses both qualifications and qualities. While specific grades are generally expected, applications will be reviewed holistically, considering performance in assessments and potential socio-economic background or extenuating circumstances.
- Grade 5 or B GCSE Maths
- Grade 5 or B GCSE English Language
- 120 UCAS points (2017 tariff) from your top 3 A-Level grades (excluding General Studies), or 300 UCAS points pre-2017.
- On track to achieve a 2:1 undergraduate degree.
This programme is open to students in their penultimate year of university or those due to graduate in 2028.
Training and Development
This intensive programme focuses on gaining experience on real-life projects. You'll learn new skills, enhance your CV, and gain exposure to the professional services industry. Successful participants may secure a Graduate position with access to KPMG's extensive training and development, including a 5-day induction, formal training courses, leadership knowledge bites, learning journals, online courses, and networking events.