Summer '27 Intern - Tax & Audit

Welltower; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Welltower is looking for a Tax & Internal Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in corporate finance, compliance, and risk management. You will rotate through tax and internal audit functions, engaging directly with teams and leadership.

The role focuses on supporting tax filings, audits, and process improvements, with exposure to SOX, capital accounting, and cross‑functional projects. This is a structured ten‑week internship at our Toeldo, OH location.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student majoring in Accounting.
• Previous internship and/or work experience preferred.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor relationships and support day‑to‑day business interactions
• Assist with the preparation and review of corporate, partnership, and joint venture tax returns
• Support partnership and joint venture reporting, including capital account maintenance and compliance tracking
• Prepare estimated tax payments, calculate taxes due, and assist with reporting requirements
• Participate in Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) internal control testing and validation of management testing
• Contribute to financial, IT, and operational audits in accordance with professional standards
• Review supporting evidence and assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls
• Interact with external auditors and assist with the execution of audit procedures as needed
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects across both teams

Job description

WELLTOWER – REIMAGINE REAL ESTATE WITH US

Welltower, now the world’s largest real estate company by market capitalization, is growing at an exciting pace! We’re transforming how the world thinks about senior living and wellness-focused real estate—creating vibrant, purpose-driven communities where housing, healthcare, and hospitality converge. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and endlessly ambitious—guided by our mantra: The only easy day was yesterday.

Meaningful Work Alongside Meaningful Relationships
Our interns don’t get side projects—they’re immersed in high-priority work from day one. You’ll collaborate directly with our teams to evaluate opportunities, design innovative solutions, and help deliver long‑term value. With direct access to senior leadership, hands‑on experience across our platform, and a culture that prizes ambition and curiosity, you’ll develop extraordinary skills in just ten weeks.

If you’re a bold, independent thinker who thrives on challenge, embraces complexity, and is excited by the opportunity to disrupt an industry through creativity, capital allocation, and compounding growth, Welltower is the place to launch your career.

SUMMARY & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Tax & Internal Audit Internship provides students with the opportunity to develop their quantitative and analytical skills while gaining exposure to two critical areas of our business. Through a structured rotation, interns will experience both functions, building a broad understanding of corporate finance, compliance, and risk management.

• Manage vendor relationships and support day‑to‑day business interactions
• Assist with the preparation and review of corporate, partnership, and joint venture tax returns
• Support partnership and joint venture reporting, including capital account maintenance and compliance tracking
• Prepare estimated tax payments, calculate taxes due, and assist with reporting requirements
• Participate in Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) internal control testing and validation of management testing
• Contribute to financial, IT, and operational audits in accordance with professional standards
• Review supporting evidence and assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls
• Interact with external auditors and assist with the execution of audit procedures as needed
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects across both teams

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TRAVEL

Some out of area and overnight travel may be expected.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Current undergraduate or graduate student majoring in Accounting.

Experience: Previous internship and/or work experience preferred.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.

ABOUT WELLTOWER

Welltower® Inc. (NYSE: WELL) an S&P 500 company, is the world's preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults inthe United States,United Kingdom, andCanada.

Our real estate portfolio is unmatched, located in highly attractive micro-markets with stunning built environments.Yet, we are an unusual real estate organization as we view ourselves as a product company in a real estate wrapper driven by relationships and unconventional culture.

Through our disciplined approach to capital allocation powered by our data science platform and superior operating results driven by the Welltower Business System, we aspire to deliver long‑term compounding of per share growth and returns for our existing investors – ourNorth Star.

Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet

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