About the role#
This internship provides a pathway for graduate students to gain experience within the Disney Tax department. You will be placed in areas such as State Income Tax, Indirect Tax, or Corporate Income Tax based on your background and business needs. This is a full-time, six-month commitment running from January 2027 through June 2027.
What you'll do#
- Gather and analyze financial, tax, and operational data.
- Prepare workpapers for tax returns, provisions, forecasts, audits, and special projects.
- Assist with federal, state, Canadian, property, sales and use, and gross receipts tax estimates, extensions, and compliance activities.
- Research tax compliance matters and monitor regulatory developments.
- Reconcile tax activity to the general ledger and generate reports.
- Collaborate with partners in Technology, Finance, Controllership, Accounting, and Financial Systems.
- Identify and support process improvements, automation opportunities, and data solutions.
- Provide support for requests involving tax data, reports, and systems.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited MBA or graduate degree program in Accounting, Finance, Tax, Data Analytics, Economics, or a related field.
- At least 18 years of age with unrestricted work authorization.
- Not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or Disney College Program.
- Strong interest in tax, finance, and process improvement.
- Analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Initiative and the ability to work independently or in a team.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with advanced Excel functionality, such as PivotTables, XLOOKUP, or VLOOKUP is preferred.
- Previous coursework or experience in tax compliance, accounting, or financial analysis is preferred.
- Interest in pursuing a CPA is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Celebration, Florida.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 2027 - June 2027).
- Modality: On-site and hybrid.
- Employment: Full-time (approximately 40 hours per week).
- Compensation: $30.40 per hour.
- Requirements: You must provide your own housing and transportation. If working remotely on certain days, you must have a reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace.
About The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company operates as a diversified international media and entertainment enterprise. Its business segments include Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. The company produces movies, television programs, and consumer products while managing theme parks and resorts. It maintains headquarters in Burbank, California, and employs over 193,000 people.
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