Eaton Internship Program - Tax

Eaton Group; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eaton Tax Internship Program offers a 12 to 14 week, paid internship designed to develop skills across multiple tax areas. Interns work on real projects under the guidance of Eaton leaders, gaining hands-on experience in federal, international, and state tax matters.

Participants collaborate with cross-functional teams, receive mentoring, and have opportunities to network with senior leaders. The role emphasizes ethics, leadership, and the potential for future career paths within Eaton’s Tax

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business with Accounting/Finance/Economics.
• Minimum overall GPA 2.8 or higher (no rounding).
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support federal, international, or state tax compliance projects.
• Assist with tax planning and analysis for proposed transactions or legislation.
• Collaborate with tax staff and leaders on real-world projects during a 12–14 week paid internship.

Skills

Video interviews

Privacy and data security

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in business (Accounting/Finance/Economics)

GPA 2.8+

Job description

Eaton’s Corporate Sector division is currently seeking a Eaton Internship Program - Tax.

The hourly rate for this position is $19.38 - $28.85 per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

We make what matters work.

At Eaton, we believe that power, whether it’s electrical or mechanical power -- is a fundamental part of people’s lives. Technology, transportation, energy and infrastructure—these are things the world relies on every day. That’s why we are dedicated to helping our customers across the world find new ways to manage power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. And we’re committed to improving people’s lives, the communities where we live and work, and the planet our future generations will depend on. Because that’s what really matters–and we’re here to make sure it works.

• We’re ethical -- we play by the rules and act with integrity.
• We’re passionate -- we care deeply about what we do. We set high expectations and we perform.
• We’re accountable -- we seek responsibility and take ownership. We do what we say.
• We’re efficient -- we value speed and simplicity.
• We’re transparent -- we say what we think. We make it okay to disagree.
• We learn -- we are curious, adaptable, and willing to teach what we know.

You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our Tax Internship Program ensures that you have a multitude of opportunities to make an impact across a global function. Participants in our Tax Internship Program work to solve real‑world challenges while developing the skills required to lead at the next level. Participants gain enriching and diverse experiences and work side by side with experienced leaders to power their careers.

What sets our Tax Internship Program apart:

• Each individual’s development experience is customized to help participants reach their potential; no two participants will have the same experience or set of roles throughout the program. The majority of participants will work on assignments across several tax specialty areas.
• Participants may receive exposure to multiple areas of Tax. They have opportunities to build their skills and try on different roles early in their career, ultimately maximizing their potential for consideration for a variety of future roles.
• By keeping our programs small and selective, we are able to make hiring decisions based on each candidate’s unique skill set and high potential.
• The opportunity to learn from senior leaders is a part of the fabric of every experience.

Position Overview:

The Eaton Internship Program – Tax is designed to provide opportunities to a diverse mix of students who demonstrate the same high level of ethics, values, creativity and performance we expect from our employees. This program provides exposure to one or more of the specialty areas within the Tax function. During the 12-14 week paid internship, students will work on projects that have a measurable impact on our operations and will be coached and mentored by Eaton leaders.

As a participant in the program, you will complete assignments that will give you the hands‑on experience to get started in your career. These assignments may include assisting with federal, international, or state tax compliance, researching and analyzing the tax implications of proposed transactions or legislation, or assisting with the development or implementation of a tax planning idea or business transaction.

After completion of the internship and upon graduation, your experience and newly acquired skills could lead you to a variety of career paths within the Tax Department. At Eaton, you can gain exposure to many of the specialty areas within tax, including U.S. Federal Tax, State and Local Tax, International Tax, and Transfer Pricing. Additionally, your assignments may provide the opportunity to work on cross‑functional teams with personnel from other departments, including Legal, Accounting, and Treasury, allowing for a broad experience across multiple business functions.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications (Including Educational Requirements):

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in business with a major in Accounting, Finance, or Economics from an accredited institution
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher (please do not round)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without Company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Desire to build a career in tax
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (please do not round)
• Self‑motivated and a strong desire to achieve results
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Skills:

All positions may require participation in video and in‑person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job‑related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

Position Criteria:

• This role may include travel (up to 10%) within a local region as determined by the assignment manager.
• Transportation to and from the worksite and for incidental business travel is the responsibility of the intern; however, expenses for required and approved business travel (not including the worksite) will be reimbursed.

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