Intern, Investigations Diligence & Compliance (Core)

Summary: Kroll is a global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions, and they are seeking a Summer Intern for their Global Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Core team. The role involves supporting research and due diligence processes, contributing to client deliverables, and gaining experience in compliance consulting. Responsibilities: - Conduct increasingly complex English-language research using public record databases, commercial and proprietary databases, media sources and the Internet - Assist with analyzing and synthesizing relevant research findings by extracting key facts, identifying inconsistencies and connecting patterns across jurisdictions and languages - Write well-structured, concise, logical and objective reports to provide clients with an accurate assessment of the findings - translating research into clear, client‑ready narratives with proper sourcing and defensible judgment Required Qualifications: - For the Fall internship, availability to work Full-Time with at least two days a week being spent working from a Kroll office - Currently pursuing undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited university majoring in: International Relations/Affairs, Regional Studies, Political Science, Criminal Justice, or other related areas of study (we also welcome applicants from Economics, History, Area Studies, Data/Information Science, Journalism, or Law if you have strong research and writing skills) - Native or equivalent English language proficiency in reading comprehension - Expected graduation date no earlier than December 2026 - Extremely strong English-language writing skills - Ability to prioritize several projects and assignments on multiple topics while meeting tight deadlines - Ability to conduct online research using various primary and secondary sources and to document sources accurately - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment - Ability to understand, accept and apply constructive feedback - The ability to participate in in-office events at our Washington DC (or Toronto or Chicago) offices. Hybrid participation is a core part of the intern experience, including training and team sessions - If you meet most but not all qualifications, we still encourage you to apply - curiosity, integrity, and writing rigor matter most Preferred Qualifications: - Organizational and time management competencies - Attention to detail - Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing - Interest and understanding of current events, international affairs, financial regulations, economics, and/or finance - Fluency in a foreign language (professional-level reading comprehension) is highly desired. Languages of interest vary by project; reading proficiency is especially valuable Required Skills: Research skills, Analytical skills, English writing skills Important Skills: Foreign language proficiency, Attention to detail Nice-to-Have Skills: Curiosity, Time management, Communication skills, Integrity