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Domestic Tax Intern (January 2027)

Clarios · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 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 question with no clear answer. How did you reach a conclusion?

What they are checking: Whether they can research filing positions with care and support their reasoning.

Tell me about a process you found inefficient and how you would improve it.

What they are checking: Whether they notice inefficiencies and suggest practical improvements.

Why corporate tax, and why at a manufacturing company?

What they are checking: Whether they have real interest in industry tax rather than just any accounting internship.

What would you do

You receive a state tax notice that does not match what you expected. What steps would you take?

What they are checking: Whether they would research carefully and document findings before responding.

You are unsure about an instruction from a tax manager, and they are in meetings all day. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they ask questions at the right time instead of guessing on tax work.

About the work

What do you know about Form 1120, and what kinds of information go into it?

What they are checking: Whether they have basic corporate tax knowledge to support return preparation.

Forms 5471 and 8858 relate to foreign operations. Why would a U.S. company need to file them?

What they are checking: Whether they have a basic sense of international reporting or can reason about it.

What is the difference between book income and taxable income?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the accounting basics behind the tax provision.

How comfortable are you working with large spreadsheets and checking your own calculations?

What they are checking: Whether they can prepare tax calculations accurately with little room for error.

What do you understand transfer pricing to be, at a basic level?

What they are checking: Whether they have a starting understanding of intercompany pricing they will support.

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The full job description

As published by Clarios.

What You Will Do • Work under the supervision of the Tax Managers. • Assist with tasks related to international and domestic tax compliance as well as tax planning, tax reporting, tax controversy and transfer pricing. How You Will Do It • Assisting with U.S. tax compliance duties related to international and domestic operations. • Assisting with the preparation of tax return calculations and documentation (including support for forms 1120, 1065, 5471, 8865, 8858, and state income tax returns). • Assisting with state income tax notice resolution and documentation. • Compiling and analyzing financial information and researching tax filing positions. • Assisting in the implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of ongoing tax processes. • Assisting with tax planning projects as needed, from design and implementation to execution and documentation. • Supporting with components of global tax provision process. • Assisting with transfer pricing duties related to calculations, intercompany agreements and documentation. • Learn to work with non-tax corporate and operational functions such as legal, treasury, and accounting. What We Look For • Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university • Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Accounting or related field. • Ability to be in the greater Milwaukee area in the summer. • Duration: Part-time starting January 2027. Full-time starting Summer 2027. • Working Arrangements: Hybrid internship – must have a quiet workspace away from interruptions, with the option to work in the office. Be able to maintain regular contact with the supervisor/team via virtual methods. • PLEASE NOTE that applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future. #LI-CC1 What you get: • Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership • HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility • Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction. Who we are: Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities. Veterans/Military Spouses: We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics. Equal Employment Opportunity: We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report . We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law. A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process. To All Recruitment Agencies : Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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