Tax Intern (Sept - Dec 2026

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Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.

MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility

MAHLE is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, MAHLE offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website

YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS

• Assist with the preparation of federal, state, local, and Canadian tax returns, extensions, and estimated payments.
• Support indirect tax compliance processes including sales/use tax, property tax, and HST/GST filings.
• Prepare and reconcile supporting documentation for book/tax differences, apportionment data, and various tax adjustments.
• Research federal, international, and indirect tax issues and summarize findings.
• Assist in preparing documentation for tax audits and responses to tax authority inquiries.
• Help maintain exemption certificates and sales/use tax logs, including updates for rate and regulatory changes.
• Aid in updating and maintaining tax calendars and process documentation.
• Support monthly close tasks including data collection, reconciliations, and indirect tax account analysis.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing internal process documentation materials and policy updates.
• Monitor and compile information on law changes that impact direct and indirect tax positions.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., accounting, AP, IT) and external vendors (e.g., Big 4, compliance firms).

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Capacity to learn and apply new tools and concepts.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to take initiative.
• Computer literacy to include Microsoft Office applications. Must have excellent Excel skills, including pivot tables and macros. Familiarity with SAP systems or One Source tax software is a plus.

Do you have any questions?

Entry level:
Internship

Part- / Full-time:
Part Time

Functional area:

Finance

Department:
Services

Location:

Farmington Hills, MI, US, 48335

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As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality?

Then MAHLE is the right address for you.