Spring 2027 Tax Internship (Wichita)

Your Job

Koch Inc. is seeking Spring 2027 Tax Interns who are excited about discovering their passions and potential while gaining real experience within our companies that creates value for our customers in our Wichita, KS office.

At Koch, we believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur no matter what role they are in. As an intern, there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard, and gain real experience within our companies. Sound exciting? Do you want to be a part of meaningful work? Kickstart your career with us by applying for our 2027 Spring Tax Internship that are full-time opportunities in-person!
  
Are you unsure about the time and financial investment of earning 150 credit hours and the CPA license? At Koch, we don’t have these barriers to a dynamic and financially rewarding career. While we support those who choose to pursue their CPA license, and many of our employees do, it isn’t a requirement for advancement. At Koch we seek contribution motivated employees with a variety of academic backgrounds, and don’t measure success by pedigree, titles or licensures.   
  

Who We Are

Koch Inc. creates and innovates a wide spectrum of products and services that make life better. Our work spans a vast number of industries across the world, including engineered technology, refining, chemicals and polymers, pulp and paper, glass, electronics and many more. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, Koch employs 120,000+ employees across the globe.

At Koch, interns gain real-world, hands-on experience, with the opportunity to tackle significant projects, problem-solve, and take ownership of their work. Alongside your day-to-day role, the Koch Intern Program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch, our people, Principle Based Management, and the local community you will be working in, all while growing your network. Through weekly learning sessions, location-specific programming, and professional development, we aim to help every individual grow and learn how they can best contribute. This 12-week program will allow you to experience Life at Koch, as you start your career and go anywhere within our network of companies.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Team

As a global company spanning multiple industries, Koch Inc. continues to transform the way we do business. Choosing the right place to start a successful tax career is challenging. Koch Inc. stands apart, providing a combination of diverse roles, abundant resources, personalized development, and a work/life balance that encourages less burnout and greater satisfaction.   

What You Will Do

Our interns work alongside experienced tax professionals to solve real problems. In addition to being a contributor on their team, interns at Koch capabilities learn about our unique Principle Based Management culture and enjoy a variety of networking events to promote lasting career connections. These are just a few key aspects of our internship program.  
  
As a tax intern on our team, you may have the opportunity to: 

• Build relationships and understand the business of assigned entities in order to assess tax opportunities 
• Attend trainings to gain basic tax knowledge and become familiar with tax software programs 
• Work side by side with Koch tax professionals on the strategic analysis and reporting of business transactions 
• Prepare corporate income tax returns to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with domestic and foreign tax law 
• Apply concepts learned in the classroom 
• Enhance communication, time management and analytical skills
• Attend first week onboarding and training in Wichita, KS (travel may be required for those that will be interning in a location outside of Wichita).  
• Understand, develop, and apply Principle Based Management™.

Koch’s tax internship program has a way for you to explore your passions, discover your comparative advantages, and learn new skills to further your impact and reach your full potential. 

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Enrolled in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Economics, or Related Field 
• An interest in corporate taxation planning  
• Available to work in-person 40-hour week Monday-Friday during core business hours in the Spring 2027 semester 
• Eligible for full-time employment no later than Summer 2028
• Ability to relocate per program requirements
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Completion of 2 core accounting courses and a basic understanding of fundamental financial accounting principles 
• Experience with data analytics platforms, business process technology, and basic coding skills such as PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, and robotic process automation 
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills 

This role is not eligible for VISA Sponsorship. 

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf