Young Tax Professionals (YTP) brings School of Accounting and Finance (SAF) students closer to the world of tax beyond the classroom. Built on Waterloo's longstanding expertise in tax education, the program opens doors to industry perspectives, professional experiences and opportunities students might not otherwise encounter.
Tax is more than legislation and technical knowledge. It's about the people, organizations and decisions behind the numbers. YTP gives you a chance to see that side of the profession before you begin your career.
Mentorship program
Connect with alumni in leadership roles in tax.
Networking opportunities
Meet tax professionals, faculty and fellow students.
Career insights
Learn about career paths, current issues and specialized areas of tax practice.
Professional development
Build the knowledge, skills and connections to support your future in tax.
Connect with SAF alumni in leadership roles in tax and discover what a career in the profession really looks like. Through YTP's mentorship program, you'll join a small group of three to four students for TaxChat conversations held virtually or in person each term.
Hear how mentors built their careers, explore the projects they're working on, discuss current tax issues and ask the questions that matter to you.
Every September, students and mentors also come together for an in-person dinner at the MTax Learning Centre in Toronto, turning professional conversations into connections that can last beyond graduation.
Tax tips for students
Taxes are complicated. Understanding yours shouldn't be.
Know what to file. What to claim. What to keep.
Whether you're filing your first tax return, figuring out which credits and deductions you can claim or reporting income from part-time or co-op work, explore practical resources to help you understand your taxes.
Your future in tax starts here.
Interested in tax? Make your next move count.
Third- and fourth-year students in the School of Accounting and Finance who are enrolled in AFM, SFM, ScFM and Math/CPA are eligible to apply to join the YTP program.
You've explored what YTP has to offer. Now it's your turn to connect with the people who know the profession, ask better questions and discover where your interest in tax could take you.
For information on recruiting students for tax positions, please contact Lynn Graham.