Intern, Damages & Valuations (Summer 2027)
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
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 is a consulting firm that helps companies law firms and organizations solve complex business problemsoften when there is a dispute investigation major project challenge or high-stakes decision involved. At Secretariat youll work on some of the most important legal risk and regulatory challenges facing businesses around the world.
From your first day youll be part of a fast-growing team of smart curious and driven people who enjoy solving complex problems. Youll learn by working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to projects for leading law firms global companies and major institutions.
Our teams collaborate across offices and disciplines bringing energy fresh thinking and commitment to every client challenge. We invest in your growth through hands-on experience mentorship professional development recognition and a culture that values diverse perspectives.
Start your career where your work matters. Make your impact at Secretariat.
ABOUT Our Damages & Valuations team
Our Damages & Valuations team sits at the intersection of finance data strategy and the law. We help clients answer high-stakes questions when businesses investors and legal teams need to understand what something is worth how much money may have been lost and what the financial evidence really shows. Our work supports complex disputes arbitration matters and business challenges around the worldgiving team members exposure to real-world problems where their analysis can directly influence important decisions.
As part of this team you will collaborate with accountants economists PhDs business valuation experts investment analysts and industry specialists to investigate complex issues analyze data and translate financial information into clear persuasive insights. It is challenging fast-moving work that helps early-career professionals build consulting skills quickly learn from recognized experts and see how their work connects to major business and legal outcomes. The teams work is highly regarded: Secretariat was ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Reviews Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2024 and 2025 and more than 90% of our testifying experts are recognized as leading experts by Whos Who Legal.
RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role you will be part of a growing domestic and international practice where strong analytical thinking curiosity creativity and clear communication are essential. Associates are actively involved in meaningful project work from the starthelping the team uncover facts analyze financial information and develop insights that support high-stakes client matters.
- Dig into case documents research materials and discovery records to understand the facts behind complex disputes
- Analyze financial statements business records market data and other evidence to help quantify damages and support valuation work
- Build models organize data and develop analyses that help explain financial issues clearly and accurately
- Contribute to reports presentations and client-ready materials that turn detailed analysis into compelling insights
- Work closely with senior consultants and experts gaining hands-on experience in litigation support valuation damages analysis and economic consulting
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving puzzles working with numbers asking thoughtful questions and learning how financial analysis can make a real impact in business and legal settings. The ideal candidate is coachable intellectually curious detail-oriented and excited to grow in a collaborative consulting environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Pursuing bachelors or masters degree in Economics Accounting Finance Engineering Data Analytics Statistics Mathematics or another analytically rigorous discipline from an accredited college or university
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2029
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with curiosity initiative and a willingness to learn new concepts and ask thoughtful questions
- Interest or experience in economic consulting litigation support valuation damages analysis finance accounting data analysis or other research-intensive work
- Experience with research projects undergraduate theses consulting internships data analytics internships finance-related work or similar experiences that demonstrate ownership of complex work
- Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with tools such as Stata R Python or SQL is helpful along with an eagerness to continue building technical skills
- Comfort working with data conducting research organizing information clearly and using emerging tools including AI to improve efficiency quality and analytical rigor
- Strong attention to detail organization and follow-through with the ability to balance multiple assignments and communicate proactively
- Ability to stay focused adaptable and solutions-oriented when priorities shift or deadlines are tight
- Clear listening verbal written and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex information in a thoughtful and professional way; fluency in English for business communication is required
- Interest in professional development or credentials such as CPA CFA CVA or ASA is a plus but not required to apply
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
At Secretariat we believe in pay transparency and equity. Compensation for this role will be based on a variety of factors including experience skills and location. Further details will be provided during the hiring process.
Pay Transparency
$20 - $30 USD
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