Spring 2027 and Summer Tax Intern

Job Description

Spring 2027 Tax Internship | Koch

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Koch, located in Atlanta, GA. Koch Inc. creates and innovates a wide spectrum of products and services across many industries globally, including engineered technology, refining, chemicals and polymers, pulp and paper, glass, and electronics. As an intern, you will gain real-world, hands-on experience, contributing to significant projects and problem-solving within our companies to create value for customers. Koch empowers employees to be entrepreneurs, providing opportunities to be challenged and have your voice heard.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Atlanta, GA

• Team: Part of a global tax team spanning multiple industries within Koch Inc.
• Mission: This role supports Koch Inc.’s global tax operations by assisting experienced tax professionals with strategic analysis, reporting, and compliance to ensure accurate and compliant tax practices.
• Tech Stack: PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, robotic process automation, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Business Understanding: Build relationships and understand the business of assigned entities to assess tax opportunities.
• Strategic Reporting: Work side by side with Koch tax professionals on the strategic analysis and reporting of business transactions.
• Compliance & Preparation: Prepare corporate income tax returns to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with domestic and foreign tax law.
• Skill Enhancement: Enhance communication, time management, and analytical skills through practical application.
• Cultural Application: Understand, develop, and apply Principle Based Management™ within the company’s framework.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Enrolled in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Economics, or Related Field; Entry-Level.
• Experience: Interest in corporate taxation planning; availability to work full-time (40 hours/week) in Spring or Summer 2027; eligibility for full-time employment by Summer 2028; legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Skills: Basic understanding of fundamental financial accounting principles; strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Bonus: Completion of 2 core accounting courses; experience with data analytics platforms, business process technology, and basic coding skills such as PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, and robotic process automation.