Intern, Investigations Diligence and Compliance; Core

Compliance Risk and Diligence

Compliance Risk and Diligence | Washington, DC, United States |

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Investigations Diligence & Compliance (Core) - Intern

Join Kroll's Global Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Core team and gain hands‑on experience in the dynamic field of compliance consulting. We are seeking motivated and detail‑oriented individuals to contribute as new joiners here at Kroll.

Through a combination of expertise, global research capabilities and flexible technology tools, the Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Core practice of Kroll helps clients take a risk‑based approach toward meeting obligations or remediating failures regarding anti‑bribery, anti‑corruption and related regulatory mandates. These include pre‑transactional intelligence; vendor, supplier and distributor due diligence; vendor screening and monitoring; country/industry risk; and bespoke inquiries.

At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients’ most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges.

Have an analytical mind and enthusiasm for research and investigation? Come join our thriving global team and work with Fortune 500 clients in a highly collaborative, fast‑paced environment!

We are committed to the continuous professional support and development of our people; hone your skills and master new ones with the support of a world‑class in‑house training program. Become a regional specialist, learn to lead, deepen your linguistic abilities, build technical expertise—the opportunities are endless.

Interns support the overall research and due diligence process at the company. Interns will be exposed to due diligence practices used globally to mitigate the impact of fraud and corruption. We place a high value on our talent and seek candidates with a high level of conscientiousness, integrity, and professional pride.

The right candidate will have outstanding English reading and writing skills, meticulous attention to detail, a sense of curiosity, the ability and enthusiasm to learn quickly, and a dedication to client satisfaction. Reading ability in at least one foreign language is highly desired.

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.

Write well‑structured, concise, logical and objective reports to provide clients with an accurate assessment of the findings.

For the Spring internship, availability to work Full‑Time or Part‑Time hours, a minimum of 25‑30 hours per week 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.

Native or equivalent English language proficiency in reading comprehension.

Expected to graduate no earlier than Summer 2027.

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.

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.

Organizational and time management competencies.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Interest and understanding of current events, international affairs,…