University Intern

Role Overview: Interns, working as part of a project team, perform critical, value-adding work that can directly impact a client’s bottom line.  Some example projects you could be involved in include: analyzing the amount of money owed in consumers class action cases, labor and employment lawsuits, and healthcare matters. We also provide consulting on complex forensic accounting investigations in cases involving fraud or even business mergers. 

Responsibilities:

• Developing and performing financial, accounting, economic, and statistical analyses

• Loading and validating data received from clients into structured data formats

• Developing models using data analysis tools and programs

• Performing detailed and complex spreadsheet analyses

• Supporting with data gathering activities including document review, research, and quality control of data entry activities

• Preparation of client reports and exhibits.

Requirements:

• Third year undergraduate students graduating between December 2026 and June 2027 with a preference for candidates majoring in an analytical course of study. 

• Solid academic performance in their course of study with a GPA of 3.3+ highly preferred.

• A working knowledge of MS Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong research and analytical skills. 

• Solid oral and written communication skills.

• Initiative, adaptability, creative problem-solving skills, supportive and cooperative on a team, enthusiastic and self-motivated, and sensitive to tight deadlines – willingness to work overtime when needed. 

• This is a hybrid position based in LA with an expectation of coming into the office 2-3 days per week.

• 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.