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Intern, Intellectual Property (Summer 2026)
CompanySecretariat
LocationPeoria
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 5, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will assist in building quantitative models, analyzing economic and financial data, and crafting analytical arguments. They will also help in creating professional-grade presentations and reports.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
1520
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Secretariat experts are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world.
Renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential governmental entities turn to our disputes, investigations, economic, engineering, data, and forensic advisory services when the stakes are high — supporting them with meticulous preparation, insightful analysis, and clearly persuasive communications. With more than 600 professionals located in the world's key commercial and arbitration centers, our bright minds and passionate problem-solvers put their financial, analytical, and strategic insights to work in the fast-paced sectors that drive the global economy.
High-performance experts. When it's all on the line.
For more information on Secretariat, please visit our website at www.secretariat-intl.com or email info@secretariat-intl.com.
About the Role
<div class="content-intro"><h1><span style="color: rgb(170, 24, 44);"><strong>Chart Your Journey at Secretariat</strong></span></h1>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">From a collaborative culture to teammates who will always be by your side, find a career that will grow with you. Deliver your impact at Secretariat.</span></p>
<p> </p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[201342446,"1",201342447,"5",201342448,"1",201342449,"1",469777841,"Nunito",469777842,"",469777843,"Nunito",469777844,"Nunito",201341986,"1",469769226,"Nunito",268442635,"24",469775450,"normaltextrun",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"normaltextrun",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}">ABOUT THE FIRM</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"920dbcde-2834-5e15-a5fa-062170b236ba|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[201342446,"1",201342447,"5",201342448,"1",201342449,"1",469777841,"Nunito",469777842,"",469777843,"Nunito",469777844,"Nunito",201341986,"1",469769226,"Nunito",268442635,"24",469775450,"eop",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"eop",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}"> </span></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world.</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">When you join </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Secretariat</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">expertise</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> will be </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">utilized</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> on day one – working with the world’s most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and – most importantly – you.</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Make your impact </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">at Secretariat</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">.</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">We are seeking an Intern in our Peoria, IL location. This role will be coded to the Chicago office and will occasionally work there, but primarily the Intern will work in Peoria.</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">ABOUT OUR TEAM </span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Secretariat’s world-leading intellectual property experts provide analysis, opinions, and expert testimony in some of the largest and most complex intellectual property litigations, regulatory proceedings, and strategic advisory engagements in the marketplace. Our </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">expertise</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> in economics, finance, statistics, and accounting provides a foundation for delivering excellence to our clients.</span></span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">RESPONSIBILITIES </span></span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">We are currently seeking </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Interns</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> to join our growing team of economists, statisticians, accountants, and financial analysts. We apply our </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">expertise</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> to solve challenging problems – our projects involve high-stakes matters that </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">provide</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> an opportunity to work with prestigious law firms, government entities, Fortune 500 companies, and high-growth corporations in a dynamic, team-based organization.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">Prospective candidates must </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">possess</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> a strong academic record, excellent analytical and quantitative skills, the ability to work effectively in teams, remarkable communication skills, creativity, and </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">drive</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph"> to succeed</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph">. </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Intern</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> responsibilities may include:</span></span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Building quantitative models using financial and/or data applications</span></span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Identifying and synthesizing research on marketplace dynamics, conduct of market participants, and competitive performance</span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Assembling, processing, and </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">analysing</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> raw economic, financial, and operational data</span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Assisting<span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> with c</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">rafting analytical arguments; drafting reports, memoranda, and letters</span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Assisting</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> with c</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">reating professional-grade presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint or similar software</span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Constructing econometric models using statistical software such as R or Stata (and in certain cases, advanced computer programming using programs such as Python)</span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":1080,"335559731":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">QUALIFICATIONS</span></span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Currently pursuing </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Bachelor’s degree in accounting</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">, economics, finance, mathematics, or related field</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop">with expected graduation date between December 202</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop">6</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> and August 2027</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop">Minimum</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> GPA of 3.5</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Experience in Stata, Python, or R</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Experience analyzing data and information to extract insights</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Motivation to exceed expectations</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Creativity, innovation, and intellectual curiosity</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Organization, accuracy, and strong attention to detail</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Ability to work independently and collaboratively</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Strong written and verbal communication skills</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Must </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">be authorized to</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> work in the US with no need for </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">sponsorship</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> in the future</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":1080,"335559731":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><h2><span style="color: rgb(170, 24, 44);">A rewarding career above all</span></h2>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">There are a lot of fine consulting firms out there. But when everything is on the line, it takes a unique combination of skill and savvy to succeed under pressure.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our culture and people are driven by passion, pride, and performance. Passion for the clients we serve, the work we deliver, and the communities we live in. Pride in our cohesive team recognized for excellence and trusted to perform in the most challenging situations. And our track record of outstanding performance across all of our disciplines speaks for itself.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">To learn how Secretariat collects, uses, and protects your personal information during the recruitment process, please review our <a class="" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" href="#" data-start="282" data-end="301">Privacy Policy</a></span></p>
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