Intern, Disputes and Investigations - Chicago Summer 2027

Alvarez & Marsal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal is seeking an Intern in Disputes and Investigations in Chicago. The role involves assisting with investigations, financial analyses, and report drafting under supervision.

You will help build models, document methodologies, and support client deliverables while developing practical, results-oriented skills in forensic accounting. The position follows a flexible hybrid schedule and is paid hourly at $35 per hour.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Business Administration, Statistics, Management, or another relevant field
• Working towards eligibility for CPA, CFE, or CFF certifications
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills - good team player with the ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Quantitative skills including experience with SAS, Stata, Python, R, Power BI or SQL preferred
• Ability and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule in order to meet client needs
• Hybrid - Ability to work in a flexible hybrid work arrangement, part time in physical office and remote
• Must be authorized to work in the US without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. A&M will not sponsor applicants for US work visa status for this role

Responsibilities

• Assisting with compiling, analyzing, and documenting information in an investigation, dispute, or accounting related matter
• Contributing to the updating of complex financial models and analyses
• Documenting analyses assumptions, methodologies, and sources of information used
• Assisting with the drafting of reports and other client deliverables
• Performing quality control review of reports and other client deliverables
• Assisting with researching technical and industry specific issues
• Developing and suggesting solutions to complex problems by thinking “outside the box”
• Balancing multiple client projects and other responsibilities
• Communicating proactively and presenting effectively to all levels of the engagement team

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Quantitative skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAS

Stata

Python

R

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Description

Intern, Disputes and Investigations

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is aglobalconsultingfirm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. Wetake a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems andassistingthem in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positivelyimpactour clients and shape ourindustry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

A&M’s Disputes and Investigations (DI) practice provides forensic accounting and dispute advisory services to clients within a wide variety of industries. The practice brings a practical, results-oriented approach to solving problems related to forensic accounting investigations, financial disputes, regulatory interventions, and technical accounting issues.

How you will contribute

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with compiling, analyzing, and documenting information in an investigation, dispute, or accounting related matter
• Contributing to the updating of complex financial models and analyses
• Documenting analyses assumptions, methodologies, and sources of information used
• Assisting with the drafting of reports and other client deliverables
• Performing quality control review of reports and other client deliverables
• Assisting with researching technical and industry specific issues
• Developing and suggesting solutions to complex problems by thinking “outside the box”
• Balancing multiple client projects and other responsibilities
• Communicating proactively and presenting effectively to all levels of the engagement team

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Business Administration, Statistics, Management, or another relevant field
• Working towards eligibility for CPA, CFE, or CFF certifications
• Demonstrated leadership ability Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills - good team player with the ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detailand accuracy
• Quantitative skills including experience with SAS, Stata, Python, R, Power BI or SQL preferred
• Ability and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule in order to meet client needs
• Hybrid - Ability to work in a flexible hybrid work arrangement, part time in physical office and remote
• Must be authorized to work in the US without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. A&M will not sponsor applicants for US work visa status for this role

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritizean employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personaldevelopment. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning,rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personaljourney. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurialculture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilitiesare endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Compensation Statement

The hourly rate is $35 per hour.

Benefits Summary

Interns are not eligible to participate in Alvarez & Marsal’s fringe benefits programs. Click here for moreinformation regarding A&M’s benefits programs.