Tax Intern – Corporate Taxation

Job Description

Summer 2027 Tax Internship (Plano) | Koch

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Koch, located in Plano, TX. Koch Inc. creates a wide spectrum of products and services that make life better, spanning industries like engineered technology, refining, chemicals, pulp and paper, and glass. This role offers interns the opportunity to act as entrepreneurs, contribute to meaningful work, and gain real-world experience within our companies, creating value for customers.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Plano, TX
• Team: A global tax function within Koch, offering diverse roles, abundant resources, and personalized development.
• Mission: This person will contribute to solving real tax problems, providing strategic analysis, and ensuring compliance, while developing their skills and exploring their potential within the tax field.
• Tech Stack: PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, robotic process automation, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Build Relationships: Establish connections and understand the business of assigned entities to assess potential tax opportunities.
• Gain Knowledge: Attend trainings to acquire basic tax knowledge and become familiar with various tax software programs.
• Collaborate on Analysis: Work alongside Koch tax professionals on the strategic analysis and reporting of business transactions.
• Prepare Returns: Prepare corporate income tax returns to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with domestic and foreign tax law.
• Apply Skills: Apply concepts learned in academic settings, enhancing communication, time management, and analytical skills.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Economics, Information Technology, Data Analytics, or a related field, pursuing eligibility for full-time employment by Summer 2028.
• Experience: An interest in corporate taxation planning, available to work a 40-hour week Monday-Friday during the Spring or Summer 2027 semester, with the ability to relocate for program requirements, including initial onboarding in Wichita, KS.
• Skills: Completion of two core accounting courses, a basic understanding of fundamental financial accounting principles, and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Bonus: Experience with data analytics platforms, business process technology, and basic coding skills such as PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, and robotic process automation.