2028 Investment Banking Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2029) – Houston Oil & Gas

Houlihan Lokey•Houston, TX

8d•$110,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Houlihan Lokey is hiring a Summer Financial Analyst for its Corporate Finance Oil & Gas Group in Houston. The group advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, asset acquisitions and divestitures, capital raising, financial recapitalizations and restructuring, and financial and board advisory services. It is a global, industry-dedicated team of more than 70 professionals, including a 10-person technical A&D team. Summer Financial Analysts may work on transactions spanning M&A, A&D, private capital raising, valuation, and financial recapitalizations and restructuring, as well as private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts. Analysts research and analyze financial statements, economic conditions and developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and investment attributes of public and private securities companies. The role offers broad exposure to investment banking services and client industries, substantial responsibility, and interaction with senior-level professionals in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's and/or master's degree and expect to graduate between December 2028 and June 2029. Candidates must complete the Suited assessment within five calendar days of receiving its link after applying. Houlihan Lokey is not currently hiring candidates who now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship. The stated salary range is $110,000–$110,000. Actual salary may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, experience, and location. The firm offers a competitive benefits package; details are referenced in the posting as “2026 Benefits.”

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.
Complete the Suited assessment within five calendar days of receiving the assessment 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.
Adept at leveraging 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 M&A, A&D, private capital raising, valuation, and financial recapitalizations or restructuring.
Work on transactions involving private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts.