Corporate Tax Intern – Summer 2027

Location: Addison, TX; Montpelier, VT Department: 4432 - 9182400

Come join one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures.

Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Corporate Tax Intern will join the Corporate Tax team and gain hands-on experience supporting federal and state income tax compliance, income tax provision, tax research, and related projects.

This role provides exposure to the corporate tax function and opportunities to work closely with experienced tax professionals and cross-functional teams across National Life Group.

The intern will participate in recurring tax engagements and, as time permits, support tax systems, audits, advisory and planning activities, cross-department initiatives, and process improvement projects.

This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you will be in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days.  Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.  The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

In this role, you will support recurring Corporate Tax activities and contribute to projects that strengthen tax processes, reporting, and collaboration across the organization.

Participate in the quarterly income tax provision process supporting the financial close.

Support quarterly and annual federal and state income tax compliance for the NLG group and Charitable Foundation.

Assist with process improvements and updates to tax schedules, workpapers, and templates.

Support tax ledger system testing, validation, and related tax process activities.

Conduct tax research and support tax advisory and planning activities.

Support tax audits and information requests, cross-department projects and communications, team training, and other special projects as time permits.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficiency in Excel workbooks and data analysis.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong critical and skeptical thinking skills.

Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, with strong organizational skills.

Effective time management, including the ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet deadlines.

AI Proficiency Expectations

At National Life Group, we view AI as an enabler of human potential.  We use AI to help us work smarter, serve more clients, and keep our promises, while remaining a relationship-driven business where our people are our greatest strength.

All associates are expected to:

Leverage approved AI tools, where appropriate, to improve efficiency, quality, and impact of their work.

Stay curious and open to new AI-enabled ways of working.

Exercise sound judgment by reviewing and validating AI-generated content.

Maintain accountability for the accuracy, quality, fairness, and integrity of work products by adhering to National Life's AI guiding principles.

Use AI responsibly and in accordance with company policies related to confidentiality, data privacy, security, compliance, retention, and intellectual property.

Core Competencies

Service Focus - Demonstrates a client centric focus for satisfying one’s external and/or internal customers; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Decision Making - Makes sense of complex information, critically evaluates, and creates solutions.

Results Oriented - Sets performance and personal goals; Driven to meet or exceed goals and objectives.

Plans and Aligns - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals; Aligns people and skills to tasks and assignments; Evaluates results of work.

Demonstrates Learning Agility - Enhances skills and knowledge through continuous learning; Focuses on personal results by establishing stretch goals; Seeks feedback and changes accordingly.

Establishes Relationships - Builds partnerships with others to instill trust, collaborate, and meet shared objectives.

Communicates Effectively - Actively listens, conveys messages to meet different audience needs, and remains open to new ideas and opinions.

Fosters Diversity - Values diversity and difference in thought, experience, and perspective; Promotes an environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion; Supports equal and fair treatment for all.

HOW YOU SHOW UP:

Collaborative team player who is open-minded and dedicated to achieving shared goals.

Committed to quality, ethics, and continuous personal growth.

Willing to step outside of the comfort zone and take on new learning opportunities.

Actively engaged in team meetings, training activities, and shared team priorities.

Able to communicate effectively and work with cross-functional partners inside and outside of financial functions.

Curious, organized, and prepared to approach assignments with strong analytical and critical thinking.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

10-week paid internship (June 1 - August 6) with formal orientation and onboarding

Networking opportunities with peers and leaders throughout the summer

Cross-Departmental group project focused on an enterprise-wide solution presented at company-wide event

Presentation skills coaching se