Tax Graduate Intern Spring 2027

Disney; Celebration (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney Tax offers a fast-paced internship program in Orlando, FL, spanning State Income Tax, Indirect Tax, and Corporate Income Tax. This six-month, full-time internship provides hands-on experience across tax areas and is tailored by qualification and business needs.

Placement in a specific area will be determined by recruiting teams. The role requires full availability and on-site work with remote work flexibility as needed, plus a competitive hourly pay rate in Florida.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited MBA or graduate degree program in Accounting, Finance, Tax, Data Analytics, Economics, or related field.
• Be enrolled in a college/university taking at least one graduate-level class at time of application posting or currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Be at least 18 years of age and possess unrestricted work authorization.
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program.

Responsibilities

• Gathering and analyzing financial, tax, and operational data; performing calculations; and preparing workpapers for tax returns, provisions, forecasts, audits, and special projects.
• Assisting with federal, state, Canadian, property, sales and use, and/or gross receipts tax estimates, extensions, returns, payments, and related compliance activities.
• Researching tax compliance matters, monitoring relevant tax law developments, and helping prepare responses to tax notices or audit requests.
• Reconciling tax activity to the general ledger and generating reports to support accurate tax reporting.
• Collaborating with Tax, Technology, Finance, Controllership, Accounting, and Financial Systems partners to gather requirements and data, resolve issues, and support initiatives.
• Identifying and supporting process improvements, automation opportunities, data solutions, and documentation.
• Providing responsive support for requests involving tax data, reports, systems, and special projects.

Skills

Strong interest in tax & finance

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independent & team collaboration

Communication skills

MS Office (Excel & PowerPoint)

Education

MBA or graduate degree in Accounting/Finance/Tax/Data Analytics

Enrollment in MBA/graduate program

Pursuing CPA (preferred)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary:

About the Role & Program

Disney Tax is a fast-paced, dynamic environment that offers meaningful opportunities to build skills and contribute to the tax professional of the future. We are seeking innovative graduate students who thrive on change, discovery, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

This evergreen posting provides a single application pathway for several tax internship opportunities. Based on your qualifications and interests, you may be considered for one or more of the following areas:

• State Income Tax
• Indirect Tax, including property tax, sales and use tax, and gross receipts tax
• Corporate Income Tax

Placement within a specific tax area will be determined by the recruiting and hiring teams based on your skills, experience, academic background, interests, and current business needs. Applying to this posting does not guarantee consideration for every tax area.

This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in the Orlando, FL area from January 2027 - June 2027.

What You Will Do

Depending on your assigned tax area, responsibilities may include:

• Gathering and analyzing financial, tax, and operational data; performing calculations; and preparing workpapers for tax returns, provisions, forecasts, audits, and special projects.
• Assisting with federal, state, Canadian, property, sales and use, and/or gross receipts tax estimates, extensions, returns, payments, and related compliance activities.
• Researching tax compliance matters, monitoring relevant tax law or regulatory developments, and helping prepare responses to tax notices or audit requests.
• Reconciling tax activity to the general ledger and generating reports to support accurate and timely tax reporting.
• Collaborating with Tax, Technology, Finance, Controllership, Accounting, and Financial Systems partners to gather requirements, obtain data, resolve issues, and support business initiatives.
• Identifying and supporting process improvements, automation opportunities, data solutions, and documentation, including standard operating guidelines and user materials.
• Providing responsive support for requests involving tax data, reports, systems, and special projects.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Strong interest in tax, finance, and process improvement.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Initiative and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a willingness to ask questions and learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint; ability to learn new systems and tools quickly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced Excel functionality, such as PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, or similar features.
• Previous coursework or experience in tax compliance, accounting, or financial analysis
• Working towards and/or interested in pursuing your CPA.

Education

• **Currently enrolled in an accredited MBA or graduate degree program in Accounting, Finance, Tax, Data Analytics, Economics, or related field. **

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information:

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one graduate-level class at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess unrestricted work authorization
• Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program

Additional Information:

• Candidate must be fully available to work full-time hours (approximately 40 hours per week) for the duration of the internship.
• This internship is an on-site position, but also requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace for the days you may work from home.
• Able to provide your own housing and reliable transportation for the duration of the internship program
• We highly encourage applicants to print a copy of this job description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected to move forward in the interview process. Note that it will not be accessible once the posting is closed.

The pay rate for this role in Florida is $30.40 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company's powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you'll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Financial Services, LLC, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

Disney Financial Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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