Intern, Investigations & Forensic Accounting (Summer 2026)

Secretariat • Chicago, IL

5d

About The Position

From a collaborative culture to teammates who will always be by your side, find a career that will grow with you. Deliver your impact at Secretariat. ABOUT THE FIRM Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world. When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one – working with the world’s most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions. Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and – most importantly – you. Make your impact at Secretariat. ABOUT OUR INVESTIGATIONS & FORENSIC ACCOUNTING TEAM As part of our expanding Investigations & Forensic Accounting team, you will join a select group of the world's foremost experts and advisors. The facts prove it. We are ranked #4 in Global Arbitration Review's prestigious Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2023, and over 90% of our testifying experts are recognized as leading experts by Who's Who Legal. We are a collaborative team of experienced accountants, economists, PhDs, certified business valuators, investment analysts, and industry specialists – all working together to address the most complex litigation and strategic commercial questions no matter the industry or global location.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or similar, from an accredited university or college with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027
• Exceptional analytical skills, solid quantitative training, remarkable communication skills, and creativity are the foundation for successful professionals at Secretariat.
• Able to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situations and develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problems
• The ability to manage and prioritize your time, potentially against a backdrop of competing deadlines
• The ability to work independently whilst knowing which issues and risks need to be highlighted to senior staff, ideally accompanied by suggested viable solutions
• Excellent analytical and problem resolution abilities
• Excellent listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skills
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Authorized to work in the US without the need for sponsorship in the future

Nice To Haves

• Internship experience in Forensic Investigations or Audit a plus
• Prior internship experience at one of the ‘Big Four’ accounting firms would be an asset
• Pursuing CPA, CFF, CFA, CFE, or ABV credentials is a plus
• Working proficiency in a second non-English language is a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic, financial, accounting, and industry research
• Analyze financial and non-financial information, and report findings to other team members
• Assist with the preparation of damages and forensic accounting reports
• Assist with the preparation of critique reports examining the conclusions of other experts
• Communicate with clients and counsel
• Prepare for and attend hearings, trials and mediations

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees