2028 Investment Banking Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2029) – NY M&A

Houlihan Lokey • New York, NY

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About The Position

Houlihan Lokey is hiring a Summer Financial Analyst for its New York M&A process in Corporate Finance. The role offers exposure to transactions and investment banking services across client industries, including mergers and acquisitions, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts. Analysts research and analyze financial statements, general and industry-specific economic conditions and developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and investment attributes of publicly traded and private securities companies. The work environment is described as collaborative and entrepreneurial, with substantial responsibility and interaction with senior-level professionals. Candidates in the New York process indicate their top three industry group preferences and interview with professionals from those teams; offers are made for a specific group among the stated preferences. Candidates must complete a Suited assessment within five calendar days after receiving its link by email. The employer is not currently hiring candidates who now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2028 and June 2029.
• Foundational knowledge of and keen interest in corporate finance.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Strong work ethic and proven leadership skills.
• Must complete the Suited assessment within five calendar days of receiving its link.
• Must not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to leverage Generative AI tools to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze financial statements.
• Research general and industry-specific economic conditions and developments.
• Analyze acquisitions and divestitures.
• Analyze investment attributes of publicly traded and private securities companies.
• Work on transactions involving mergers and acquisitions, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts.
• Collaborate with professionals and interact with senior-level staff.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern