Intern – Forensic Accounting

Job Description

2027 Summer Forensics & Valuation Services Intern | Dean Dorton

The Tone:
This is an internship at Dean Dorton, located in Lexington, Louisville, and Ft. Wright. Dean Dorton is a leading professional services firm providing certified public accounting, business advisory, and technology solutions. The firm offers an integrated suite of audit, tax, business management, consulting, and technology solutions to companies domestically and internationally. This role matters as it provides a tailored experience for interns to build their desired professional foundation, explore passions, and achieve career goals through real-world client engagements.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal / Temporary (32 – 40 hours a week)
• Location: In-person Lexington, KY; Louisville, KY; Ft. Wright, KY

• Mission: Assist with financial investigations, litigation support, and business valuation projects while applying and expanding classroom knowledge in real client engagements.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Engagement: Apply classroom knowledge to real client engagements and expand on practical applications.
• Project Support: Assist with financial investigations, litigation support, and business valuation projects.
• Skill Development: Participate in specialized training covering forensic accounting tools, methodologies, and valuation techniques.
• Professional Growth: Receive mentoring from experienced professionals to develop technical expertise and professional skills.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Junior or Senior enrolled in an accounting or business program at an accredited University or College.
• Experience: Enrolled in an accounting or business program.
• Skills: Strong analytical and communication skills, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.