2027 Corporate Tax Winter-Spring Internship

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company in Columbus, OH offers a tax internship within the Finance team. You will prepare various tax returns, assist with notices, and collaborate with the premium tax group while gaining exposure to federal and state tax processes.

The role is hybrid in Columbus or fully remote, with a national hourly pay range of $23–$50. The program encourages continuous improvement and provides onboarding sessions, mentoring, and projects across tax functions, including income,

Qualifications

• Pursuing an accounting or business analytics degree.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with federal and state tax returns and notices.
• Support the premium tax team and learn payroll tax processes.
• Participate in onboarding sessions and project work across tax functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Pursuing accounting or business analytics degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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As a team member in Finance at Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, the opportunities are endless! Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Our department owns all of the tax responsibilities for federal & state income, premium, sales & use, and personal property taxes. We also collaborate with other Nationwide departments that own the payroll tax, property tax, product taxation, 1099 reporting, and government relations functions. Since Nationwide's business is domestic focused, we have minimal foreign tax issues that global companies face. However, we do have filing requirements for nearly all states and US territories. Our tax intern will primarily work with our premium tax team, preparing various tax returns and other calculations, assiting with notices, and other team projects. The role will be exposed to other tax functions such as federal & state income tax processes - through onboarding sessions or tasked assignments.

We place a heavy emphasis on continuous improvement in the department, so our interns are encouraged to provide suggestions for improvements and perhaps work on implementing projects.

Skills/Qualifications Desired:

Progress toward an accounting or business analytics degree, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and strong communication skills are required.

This internship will be hybrid in Columbus Ohio, or fully remote.

Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program. At its sole discretion, Nationwide determines whether to offer sponsorship for qualifying positions based on business need and budget. However, it is not usually available for entry level roles. We currently anticipate accepting applications until 12/03/2026. However, we encourage early submissions, as the posting may close sooner if a strong candidate slate is identified before the deadline. This position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states.

Smoke-Free Iowa Statement: Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with the Iowa Smokefree Air Act. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on or around company premises as well as company issued vehicles. The company offers designated smoking areas in which smoking is permitted at each individual location. The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations. For more information on the Iowa Smokefree Air Act, individuals may contact the Smokefree Air Act Helpline at 888-944-2247. For NY residents please review the following state law information: Notice of Employee Rights, Protections, and Obligations LS740 (ny.gov) https://dol.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/02/ls740_1.pdf

Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment.

The national hourly pay range for Nationwide Internships is: $23 - $50

At Nationwide, we find purpose in protecting people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care – and we’ve been doing that since 1926. Our financial strength and caring culture extend beyond our associates into the communities we serve. You really can feel the difference at Nationwide, which is why we continue to be named one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies To Work For. Check out why others think we're a great place to work, too, and let us know – can you see yourself at Nationwide?

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.