Investigations Intern (Spring 2027)

Forward Global; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation allowance

Job summary

Forward Global is seeking a motivated current or recent student for a part-time internship (up to 30 hours/week) in our corporate investigations and intelligence team. The role focuses on U.S. and international due diligence research for corporate and financial clients, with training provided in media, legal and regulatory analysis.

In-person work at our Georgetown office is required. The internship offers exposure to diverse investigations and knowledge management projects, with flexible

Qualifications

• Excellent English-language writing skills.
• Superior research, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Broad intellectual curiosity.
• Ability to quickly and effectively summarize complex information from multiple sources and clearly communicate ideas.
• Capacity to adapt to new situations and accept/apply feedback.
• Ability to manage and prioritize several projects and assignments simultaneously.
• Professional working proficiency in a foreign language (reading, writing) is a plus, particularly Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian and/or Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Conduct public-records and open-source research on companies and individuals to support due diligence and corporate intelligence investigations.
• Research corporate ownership structures, business affiliations, litigation histories, regulatory actions, and adverse media to identify potential risks and relevant connections.
• Organize and document research findings, verify sources, and assist in preparing clear, accurate reports for client engagements.

Skills

English writing

Research skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Summarization

Adaptability

Project management

Foreign language proficiency (Arabic//

Job description

About Us

Forward Global is a professional services firm with offices in DC, New York, Miami, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Brussels, Abidjan, and Abu Dhabi. We unite 350+ international strategists, communicators, and creators to achieve mission-critical objectives for public and private clients worldwide. We do so by helping global leaders, businesses, and institutions better understand, navigate, and mitigate risk, enhancing decision making and strengthening our clients’ strategic positions.

Forward Global prides itself on being an entrepreneurial firm with a close-knit, supportive team of professionals. Our model blends sophistication with agility.

Position Overview

Forward Global’s corporate investigations and intelligence team is seeking a motivated current or recent student to assist with U.S. and international investigative due diligence research for a wide range of corporate and financial clients on a part-time basis (up to 30 hours per week). This position requires a highly-motivated researcher with a strong analytical ability. Interns will be trained to conduct a wide range of media, legal and regulatory analysis, and will also work on knowledge management projects. Interns will need to be highly adaptive and able to take on an array of projects and responsibilities.

In-person work at our Georgetown office is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct public-records and open-source research on companies and individuals to support due diligence and corporate intelligence investigations.
• Research corporate ownership structures, business affiliations, litigation histories, regulatory actions, and adverse media to identify potential risks and relevant connections.
• Organize and document research findings, verify sources, and assist in preparing clear, accurate reports for client engagements.

Qualifications

• Excellent English-language writing skills
• Superior research, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Broad intellectual curiosity
• Ability to quickly and effectively summarize complex information from multiple sources and clearly communicate ideas
• Capacity to adapt to new situations and accept/apply feedback
• Ability to manage and prioritize several projects and assignments simultaneously
• Professional working proficiency in a foreign language (reading, writing) is a plus, particularly Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian and/or Spanish.

Internship Duration and Schedule

• Duration: Up to 12 weeks (three months)
• Schedule: Flexible based on academic commitments
• Hours: Approximate max of 30 hours per week, but can vary

Compensation

• $20.00 per hour
• $25.00 transportation allowance (paid semi-monthly)
• Semi-monthly pay (15th and last day of the month)
• Completion of timesheets in ADP Workforce Now required

Closing

At Forward Global, we believe complex challenges require diverse perspectives. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment where people from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints can contribute meaningfully to solving our clients’ most pressing strategic, geopolitical, and reputational challenges. We recognize that our strength lies in the diversity of our team, and that each colleague brings unique insight and expertise to the work we do.

Every day, our teams drive impact by advising organizations operating in complex environments around the world. We strive to build a culture grounded in respect, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration—where individuals feel empowered to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and continuously learn from one another.