Tax Intern

Job Description

2027 Corporate Tax Winter-Spring Internship | Nationwide

The Tone:
This is a seasonal Winter-Spring internship at Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales. Nationwide’s Finance department manages all federal and state income, premium, sales & use, and personal property tax responsibilities. This role is crucial for supporting the premium tax team’s daily operations and contributing to the department’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement and delivering extraordinary care to customers.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal (Winter-Spring)
• Location: Hybrid (Columbus, OH) or Fully Remote (within the lower 48 U.S. states)
• Pay: $23–$50 hourly
• Team: Tax Department (Premium Tax Team focus)
• Mission: Support Nationwide’s tax compliance across various federal and state requirements, primarily focusing on premium tax returns and projects.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare: Develop and prepare various tax returns and calculations for the premium tax team.
• Assist: Provide support with tax notices and contribute to ongoing team projects.
• Improve: Propose and potentially work on implementing suggestions for departmental continuous improvement initiatives.
• Gain Exposure: Experience federal and state income tax processes through onboarding sessions and assigned tasks.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Progress toward an Accounting or Business Analytics degree. This is an entry-level role.
• Experience: No specific experience years required.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Strong communication skills.