Forensic Accounting and Economics Intern

Job Description

Forensic Accounting Internship – Summer 2027 | J.S. Held LLC

The Tone:
This is a seasonal internship at J.S. Held LLC, located in Alpharetta, GA with a hybrid work schedule. J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that brings together technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to help clients create value and reduce risk. Their professionals advise organizations facing high-stakes issues requiring urgent attention, strong integrity, and clear analysis. This program aims to equip interns with the necessary knowledge and training to contribute meaningfully to their team and build a foundation for a long-term career.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: Hybrid Alpharetta, GA
• Pay: $20–$25 hourly
• Mission: This person will analyze financial data to assist in measuring commercial insurance claims and support various financial investigations and litigation projects.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Claim Measurement: Assist in measuring commercial insurance claims, including property damage, product recall, liability, theft/fidelity, and business interruption/lost profits across various industries.
• Financial Modeling: Utilize Excel to create schedules from financial information for the measurement of business interruption losses.
• Documentation Management: Draft requests for documentation essential for financial analysis.
• Report Preparation: Help prepare written reports and narratives for clients, reviewing documents and transactions for accuracy and flagging key details.
• Data Organization: Organize supporting documentation and input data for financial investigations and a range of litigation projects.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently a Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Math, maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0 in both your major and overall studies.
• Experience: Must have successfully completed relevant accounting courses prior to the internship’s commencement.
• Skills: Demonstrate general computer literacy, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), excellent communication skills, the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, and proficiency in written and spoken English, coupled with an interest in the Forensic Accounting field.