IP, Valuation & Management Consulting Internship - Summer 2027 (Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held)

About the role

The Team and Job Summary We are seeking an Intern to join our Intellectual Property team. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join the Intellectual Property team, whose responsibilities extend beyond those of a traditional Intern. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a strong grasp of Valuation and Management, but also be flexible and a strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks.

Job Responsibilities

Construct financial analyses, including building complex models Perform technology, industry, and company-specific research Draft client presentations, pitch books, reports, letters, or memoranda Assist with intellectual property landscape analysis and evaluation of patents/patent portfolios for salability Identify and engage contacts at target companies Interact with clients and management teams

Required Qualifications

Pursuing undergraduate business degree in finance, accounting or bachelor's degree in economics, engineering, or hard or computer science with applicable work experience Relevant work experience in investment banking, private equity, M&A, corporate finance, and/or intellectual property preferred Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail Advanced user of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Strong financial modeling skills, including advanced understanding of financial statements and valuation methodologies Excellent oral and written communication skills High degree of professionalism, integrity, and flexibility Self starter with strong sense of ownership and urgency Great attitude and client presence Ability to go to the office 2-3 a week Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant work experience in investment banking, private equity, M&A, corporate finance, and/or intellectual property preferred Physical and Mental Job Qualifications Must be willing to work in person in our Chicago, IL office on a hybrid schedule. #LI-PF1

Additional Information

Some of the Benefits We Have Include J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team's needs. Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $30- $35 per hour.

Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

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