eDiscovery Consulting Internship

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees’ work-life integration.  Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person (at client site or AlixPartners office) and remote working.  Travel is part of this position, but the frequency may vary based on client, team, and individual circumstances.

What you’ll do

Companies today are generating and storing vast amounts of data. To resolve litigation and investigation-related challenges, they need the right technology and a sensible strategy from a data-oriented partner to execute an efficient, defensible, and comprehensive plan for data collection and analysis. They need to know what the data means to resolve what happened and comply with legal and regulatory demands. Our teams of discovery and litigation analytics experts have extensive experience with data collection and preservation, data forensics, processing, early case assessment, hosted and managed review, custom data analytics, and technology-assisted review. Our production and project management support capabilities, along with our expert analysis and testimony, produce sharp insights and credible results in urgent situations.

You’ll be part of the Risk Advisory internship program supporting our eDiscovery & Data Forensics team. Our interns apply data analysis knowledge and experience to assist our clients and address their critical issues.

Examples of work within our eDiscovery services include:

• Establish and implement protocols for the eDiscovery life cycle, which include internal standards and best practices for preservation and collection of electronic evidence
• Find, compile, organize, categorize, and verify case-critical data across the full life cycle of the eDiscovery process – preservation, collection, processing, review and production
• Utilize a range of industry standard software tools to perform custom solutions to specified requirements
• Advise clients on large scale litigation matters or regulatory inquiries, including document retention and chain-of-custody procedures
• Create and manage large data sets and ensure electronic files are easily accessible for interrogation across a broad range of use cases

This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities. This position is based in New York. Paid relocation is not available. 

What you’ll need

• Currently attending an accredited university, to pursue a degree in computer science, management information systems, pre-law or a related field
• Strong record of academic achievement; preferred GPA of 3.5 or higher
• Expected graduation date between December 2025 and August 2026.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently, with an entrepreneurial attitude
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Although not required, working experience with any of the following products or tools is viewed favorably: EnCase, Cellebrite, BlackBag, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic, Microsoft .NET framework, Microsoft Access, SQL, Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Notes/Domino, Relativity, Brainspace
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, and in particular as unique projects/needs arise.
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits program including health, vision, dental, disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, identity theft protection, and mental wellness support. Employees will also receive a generous paid leave policy including vacation/personal time starting at 5.67 hours per pay period, sick time up to 80 hours annually, parental leave and twelve holidays.  

The hourly range for this role takes into account a number of factors and is between $40/hour - $50/hour.

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

This job will remain posted until 11/10/2024 at 5pm Eastern Time

#LI-DNI