It's really a lot better than you think! - Tax Examiner IRS Employee Review

5.0
Jul 27, 2014
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Pros

I love working for the IRS! Its really an amazing place to work.The people are nice, caring and really helpful.They train you for the position so no prior knowledge is needed. It's also a really great way to earn a lot of money fast.

Cons

The work is seasonal so you never know when its going to end. for the most part expect it to last 4-6 months but it all depends on the work flow.

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-variety in industries worked, -Great work to life balance

Cons

-Administration can change entire job structure overnight.

3.0
May 26, 2026
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Pros

-Got me started in my career as an auditor -thorough tax law training -many senior auditors helping you learn the profession

Cons

-communication from management is not always transparent -when you are at the bottom of the ladder, you get verbal abuse from not only POA and taxpayers (understandable, given this is the IRS), but also management/OJI's. They want to look good to their bosses and will throw you under the bus if they have to in order to save themselves. Even if they gave you instructions that got you in trouble. They SHOULD be supporting you in your function as an auditor, but they'll do whatever is easiest for themselves ultimately. -on job training can be disorganized -bureaucratic culture -like many other companies, a lot of things you're expected to learn by yourself. Such as how to avoid POA delays.

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