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University Intern, Disputes & Economics - Valuation & Transaction Advisory

Ankura · Chicago, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Why are you interested in valuation and disputes work?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the practice and have a genuine reason for wanting this internship.

Tell me about a financial model or analysis you built for a class or club.

What they are checking: Whether they have hands-on modeling experience, which group learning projects will build on.

Tell me about a time you gave a presentation. How did you prepare?

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate orally, which the internship explicitly develops and evaluates.

How do you make sure your numbers are right before sharing them?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits for accuracy, which matter when work supports major disputes.

Tell me about a time you got critical feedback. What did you do with it?

What they are checking: Whether they are coachable, since interns are judged on growth over the summer.

What would you do

You get a task with very little instruction. How do you figure out what to do?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle blank-slate work by structuring the problem and asking smart questions.

You finish your assignment early. What do you do next?

What they are checking: Whether they show initiative by asking for more work or helping teammates.

About the work

Can you walk me through the three financial statements and how they link?

What they are checking: Whether they have the core accounting knowledge the work builds on.

What is a discounted cash flow analysis, in your own words?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the time value of money concept that valuation depends on.

If two people valued the same company and got very different answers, what would you look at first?

What they are checking: Whether they think critically about assumptions, the core of valuation disputes.

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The full job description

As published by Ankura.

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. This position supports the Ankura Disputes & Economics Business Group - one of five practices focused on client delivery services across the Firm. Practice Overview: The Valuation and Transaction Advisory practice is a group of accountants and financial analysts that use their valuation and accounting skills to help resolve some of the most complex disputes in US history. Each project is a collaborative combination of team members who focus not only on complex problem solving but promoting a supportive environment full of challenging tasks and learning opportunities. Most projects begin with a blank slate after which the team designs creative and efficient approaches depending upon the specific facts and circumstances. The group’s clients are broad, spanning from Fortune 100 corporations to privately held partnerships, and projects can last from several weeks to several years. Role Overview: Summer Intern, working as part of a project team, perform critical, value-added developing solutions to help clients resolve complex disputes. Summer Interns also participate in several group learning projects to enhance their financial modeling and communications skills (both written and oral communications). Responsibilities may include: • Developing valuation and/or accounting analyses • Conducting research, preparing reports that synthesize complex analyses, • Providing excellent client service. Basic Qualifications, Skills, and Characteristics: Candidates should be top academic performers, be interested in the consulting industry, and meet the following criteria: • Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with a major in accounting, finance, economics, or a Masters of Accounting with an expected graduation date between December 2027 to August 2028. • Preference: Goal of obtaining Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or valuation credentials. • A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or better. • Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship (now or in the future). • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Creative problem-solving ability and a collaborative, consultancy mindset. • Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize tasks. • Highly motivated, driven, and dynamic attitude towards work and career. • Ability to excel within a team environment. • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; working knowledge of Microsoft Access. • Ability to learn or already possess skills related to valuation and accounting. • Must be willing to travel and work overtime as needed. • 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. Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email accommodations@ankura.com or call toll-free +1.312-583-2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.

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