About the role#
The Disputes, Claims, and Investigations group works on engagements within a litigation setting. You will gain experience in forensic accounting, fraud investigations, valuation, shareholder disputes, intellectual property matters, and the quantification of commercial damages and insurance claims. This is a paid, full-time summer internship for 2027.
What you'll do#
- Build financial models.
- Analyze financial statements.
- Review and organize case documents.
- Perform data entry and quality control checks.
- Conduct industry and company research.
- Support Analysts and Associates with ad-hoc project requests.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a BA or BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.2.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Previous internship or extracurricular experience related to the field.
- Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Eligibility to work in the US without employer sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Cleveland, Ohio.
- The role is on-site.
- The anticipated pay is $32.00 per hour.
About Stout
Stout is a global advisory firm founded in 1991. The company provides services in corporate finance, valuation, accounting, and transaction advisory. It supports public corporations and privately held companies across multiple sectors. Based in Chicago, the firm employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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