Tax Intern

Job Description

Spring 2027 Tax Internship (Atlanta) | 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 that make life better, spanning industries such as engineered technology, refining, chemicals and polymers, pulp and paper, glass, and electronics globally. As an intern, you are encouraged to be an entrepreneur, gaining real-world experience and having your voice heard, all while contributing to meaningful work that creates value for customers.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Atlanta, GA (initial onboarding in Wichita, KS)

• Team: Global company spanning multiple industries, working alongside experienced tax professionals.
• Mission: Solve real tax problems and contribute to the strategic analysis and reporting of business transactions, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with domestic and foreign tax law.
• Tech Stack: PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, robotic process automation, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Relationship Building: Build relationships and understand the business of assigned entities to assess tax opportunities.
• Knowledge Acquisition: Attend trainings to gain basic tax knowledge and become familiar with tax software programs.
• Strategic Contribution: Work side by side with Koch tax professionals on the strategic analysis and reporting of business transactions.
• Compliance & Reporting: Prepare corporate income tax returns to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with domestic and foreign tax law.
• Skill Development: Enhance communication, time management, and analytical skills by applying concepts learned in the classroom.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Enrolled in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Economics, or a related field. An interest in corporate taxation planning.
• Experience: Available to work in-person 40-hour week Monday-Friday during core business hours in the Spring or Summer 2027 semester. Eligible for full-time employment no later than Summer 2028. Ability to relocate per program requirements.
• Skills: Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. Completion of 2 core accounting courses and a basic understanding of fundamental financial accounting principles. 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.