Tax Intern

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This position is exclusively open to students pursuing a university degree. 

Internship dates: August 31st to December 18th

By joining CAE’s Global Tax function, you will support tax professionals across Canadian, U.S. and International Tax, as well as Indirect Tax, through technology‑enabled, data‑driven and automation‑focused initiatives. While the role is not structured as a formal rotation, it offers broad exposure to global tax matters through collaboration with multiple teams and participation in mandates focused on process optimization, analytics and continuous improvement. In this role, you will contribute to tax return preparation, income tax provision calculations and global tax initiatives, while actively supporting the design, standardization and automation of tax data processes. You will participate in tax analyses, indirect tax mandates, and initiatives leveraging structured datasets, reconciliations, dashboards and AI‑assisted workflows to improve efficiency, consistency and controls across the global tax function. This senior‑level internship is ideal for candidates interested in combining taxation, technology and analytics within a complex multinational environment. You will gain hands‑on experience with income tax provisions in Canada and selected international jurisdictions, while supporting global tax projects and collaborating with cross‑functional stakeholders on scalable, forward‑looking tax initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support Canadian, U.S. and international tax compliance, including data preparation, reconciliations and working papers
• Contribute to global tax initiatives and special projects, including cross‑border mandates
• Participate in tax data standardization and automation initiatives (e.g., recurring calculations, reconciliations, controls)
• Develop and maintain technology‑enabled tools and workflows (e.g., advanced Excel, Power Query, automation tools)
• Build or support dashboards and reporting (e.g., Power BI) to monitor tax processes, key accounts and deliverables
• Assist with indirect tax matters (GST/HST, QST, VAT), including transaction validation, data analysis and logic testing
• Perform data quality and control checks (completeness, accuracy, variance analysis) and document results Use AI‑assisted tools in a responsible and controlled manner (e.g., documentation, summaries, checklists), in compliance with CAE confidentiality and governance standards
• Document processes (SOPs) and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Global Tax team
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, Information Systems or a related field
• Design, prototype and support AI‑assisted agents to automate or enhance selected tax processes (e.g., recurring reconciliations, data quality checks, preparation of working papers), under supervision and within approved governance frameworks
• Strong interest in corporate taxation and tax technology / automation
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas;
• Power Query strongly preferred)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with large, structured datasets
• High level of attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Power BI, Alteryx, Power Automate, SQL or Python an asset
• Exposure to AI agent concepts (e.g., task‑based agents, workflow orchestration, prompt logic)
• Curiosity for applying AI responsibly in a corporate, compliance‑driven environment
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial data structures (GL, trial balance, sub‑ledgers)
• Basic knowledge of tax concepts Interest in AI‑enabled process improvement within a governance‑driven environment
• Bilingualism (English and French)
  

Location of the internship is Montreal,  QC.

Internship will be carried out in hybrid mode.

Collaboration with stakeholders across Canada, the United States and international locations.

*All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and must meet the requirements of the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP). All hires will be required to complete, sign and return the Controlled Goods Program form within a week of its transmittal. They must also provide a copy of their passport or birth certificate. All students with a work permit must provide a copy of it and a police clearance certificate from the country or countries where they have resided in the past five years.

*Please take note that if you are on a student, work or international student permit, the delays for the security background check take minimum 16 weeks.

CAE offers:

• Salary determined according to the number of years and / or cumulative credits

• Flexible schedules and work from home policy

• Open concept workspace

• Opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team

• Possibility of permanent employment/extension

• STM access on campus

• Free parking on site for cars and bikes

• Running club and sports activities

• Changing rooms and showers

• Panoramic terrace open during Summer and Fall

*For all interns hired, we will reimburse the internship costs for up to $250 per intern upon presentation of supporting documents.

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type                      

COOP-Student (Fixed Term)

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [email protected] if needed.

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