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Corporate Tax Intern (Summer 2027)

Zurn Elkay · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you researched a complicated topic.

What they are checking: Whether they can dig into tax rules and find reliable answers.

Tell me about a time you had to meet a strict deadline.

What they are checking: Whether they can manage time well, since tax work is driven by filing deadlines.

Why are you interested in corporate tax?

What they are checking: Whether they have real interest in tax work and its role in business decisions.

How do you stay accurate when working with detailed rules and numbers?

What they are checking: Their habits for precision in work where small errors can be costly.

What would you do

You find a number in a tax schedule that does not match the general ledger. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they investigate and raise discrepancies instead of ignoring them.

About the work

What is the difference between book income and taxable income?

What they are checking: Whether they understand why financial statements and tax returns show different numbers.

What do you know about deferred taxes?

What they are checking: Their grasp of how timing differences create deferred tax assets and liabilities.

How would you organize tax workpapers so someone else can review them?

What they are checking: Whether they keep clear, documented work that supports audits and reviews.

The company operates in many states. What tax issues might that create?

What they are checking: Their awareness of state taxes like nexus and apportionment for multistate companies.

How comfortable are you in Excel?

What they are checking: Their ability to build and work with the schedules tax teams use.

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The full job description

As published by Zurn Elkay.

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. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com. If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family! If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally. 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. **THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.** E qual Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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