Summer Internship 2025, Construction, Disputes & Advisory (Graduate Programme conversion September 2026

Ankura

Sep 18

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Construction & Surveying
Engineering
London

Requirements

You’ll need to be in your final degree year or have already graduated and if successful, will be available to join our Graduate Programme in September 2023.
You’ll need to have or be on course for a 2.1 degree ideally pursuing a degree in one of the following: Engineering, Construction Management, Economics, Maths, Sciences or Computer Science with solid academic performance
Highly motivated, driven, and energetic attitude towards work and career
Strong team-oriented personality characteristics: Strong work ethic, thoughtful, and collaborative, with a positive outlook and confidence
Creative/analytical problem-solving ability and a collaborative mindset.
Ability to utilise technology to solve complex problems and present findings.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to adapt quickly in handling multiple/evolving tasks as a result of new engagements and/or re-prioritised deadlines.
Must be able to produce high quality and/or final work product under strict deadlines.
Ability to excel within a team environment.
Must be willing to travel and work overtime as needed.
Must demonstrate a working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with Primavera scheduling tools and Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling techniques is desirable, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with data gathering including detailed document reviews and database creation/management.
Perform detailed analyses of project schedule delays, project cost records, productivity, change orders and other issues related to design and construction.
Utilise various computer software to analyse and model schedules, contractor production rates and costs.
Create high quality work product and demonstrates exceptional quality control.
Prepare client-ready work product for senior level review.
Support company and practice development efforts.
Attend client and industry events, developing relationships with other young in career professionals.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Summer Internship?

The Summer Internship lasts for 10 weeks, from June to August 2025.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Candidates should ideally be pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Economics, Maths, Sciences, or Computer Science, and should have or be on course for a 2.1 degree.

Is there an opportunity for a graduate job offer after the internship?

Yes, successful interns could secure a graduate job offer for September 2026.

What type of work will interns be doing?

Interns will assist experienced professionals on live client projects, performing analyses related to project schedule delays, costs, productivity, and more.

Are there opportunities for client-facing roles during the internship?

Yes, interns may have opportunities to work directly in client-facing roles, assisting with complex challenges on large construction projects.

What skills will interns develop during this internship?

Interns will develop analytical skills, commercial awareness, and interpersonal skills, alongside hands-on experience in project-related analyses.

Is travel required during the internship?

Yes, interns must be willing to travel and work overtime as needed.

What software skills are necessary for this position?

Interns must demonstrate a working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with Primavera scheduling tools and CPM scheduling techniques is desirable but not required.

How can applicants submit their applications?

Applicants should submit an up-to-date CV, an example of their written work, and a cover letter as part of their application.

What is the closing date for applications?

The vacancy closing date is Sunday, 23 October 2024, at 11:59 PM.

Ankura

We help clients Protect, Create, and Recover Value.

Consulting

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

2014

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Ankura Consulting Group, LLC is an independent global expert services and advisory firm that delivers services and end-to-end solutions to help clients at critical inflection points related to change, risk, disputes, finance, performance, distress, and transformation. The Ankura team consists of more than 1,800 professionals in more than 35 locations globally who are leaders in their respective fields and areas of expertise. Collaborative lateral thinking, hard-earned experience, expertise, and multidisciplinary capabilities drive results and Ankura is unrivaled in its ability to assist clients to Protect, Create, and Recover Value.