University Intern, Disputes & Economics - Valuation & Transaction Advisory

Location: Chicago, IL

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.

This position supports the Ankura Disputes & Economics Business Group - one of five practices focused on client delivery services across the Firm.

Practice Overview

The Valuation and Transaction Advisory practice is a group of accountants and financial analysts that use their valuation and accounting skills to help resolve some of the most complex disputes in US history. Each project is a collaborative combination of team members who focus not only on complex problem solving but promoting a supportive environment full of challenging tasks and learning opportunities. Most projects begin with a blank slate after which the team designs creative and efficient approaches depending upon the specific facts and circumstances.  The group’s clients are broad, spanning from Fortune 100 corporations to privately held partnerships, and projects can last from several weeks to several years.

Role Overview

Summer Intern, working as part of a project team, perform critical, value-added developing solutions to help clients resolve complex disputes.  Summer Interns also participate in several group learning projects to enhance their financial modeling and communications skills (both written and oral communications).

Responsibilities may include

Developing valuation and/or accounting analyses

Conducting research, preparing reports that synthesize complex analyses,

Providing excellent client service.

Basic Qualifications, Skills, and Characteristics

Candidates should be top academic performers, be interested in the consulting industry, and meet the following criteria:

Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with a major in accounting, finance, economics, or a Masters of Accounting with an expected graduation date between December 2027 to August 2028.

Preference: Goal of obtaining Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or valuation credentials.

A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or better.

Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship (now or in the future).

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Creative problem-solving ability and a collaborative, consultancy mindset.

Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize tasks.

Highly motivated, driven, and dynamic attitude towards work and career.

Ability to excel within a team environment.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; working knowledge of Microsoft Access.

Ability to learn or already possess skills related to valuation and accounting.

Must be willing to travel and work overtime as needed.

Please note that this role requires permanent authorization to work in the U.S. (i.e. U.S. citizen or permanent resident). Internships and full-time University Associate roles are not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship, work visa or any other temporary work authorization (i.e. OPT, CPT).

Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the current payrate for this internship is: $34/hr.

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