Corporate Tax Intern (Summer 2027)

Elkay; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a Corporate Tax Intern for Summer 2027 to support the corporate tax function, including returns, audits, and global tax support from our Milwaukee headquarters.

This internship provides hands-on experience with U.S. federal/state tax matters, research on tax issues, and opportunities to contribute to process improvements while developing professional skills in a values-driven, growth-focused company.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance; junior/senior preferred; GPA 3.5+.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage several tasks/projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail; high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Advanced problem solving and teamwork skills.
• Prior experience working in an office setting is a plus.
• Able to work 40 hours per week during the summer.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of U.S. federal and state tax returns.
• Assist with preparation of sales and use tax returns and other indirect tax filings.
• Provide tax-related support on a global level.
• Perform research related to specific tax matters.
• Validate tax exemption certificates.
• Support special projects and identify process improvements.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Office experience

Education

Pursuing 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance (junior/senior)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Corporate Tax Intern (Summer 2027)

The Company Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe.

Job Description

The Corporate Tax intern will be responsible for assisting the corporate tax function, including preparation of tax returns and tax audit support and provide tax-related support on a global level. This internship will be based in our Milwaukee, WI Headquarters.

Key Accountabilities

• Serves as support for Domestic Tax Manager and various other members of the Tax Department
• Assist with the preparation of sales and use tax return and other indirect tax filings
• Assist with the preparation of U.S. federal and state tax returns
• Perform research related to specific tax matters
• Validate tax exemption certificates
• Special projects as needed
• Help identify process improvement opportunities

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must currently be pursuing a 4 year degree in Accounting or Finance. Preferably a Junior or Senior. GPA of 3.5 or higher strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage several tasks/projects simultaneously
• Attention to detail
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Efficient with MS Office Suite
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Advanced problem solving and teamwork skills
• Prior experience working in an office setting a plus
• Able to work 40 hours per week during the summer.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation

What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one? A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time. In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse. Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself.

What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture. While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most. Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values. We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.