2028 Investment Banking Summer Financial Analyst (Class Of 2029) – Ny M&A

Houlihan Lokey • New York, NY • Full Time • $110,000–$110,000 / year

Posted on Mon, Nov 2, 2026

Business Unit: Corporate Finance Industry: General Overview Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank recognized for delivering independent strategic and financial advice to corporations, financial sponsors, and governments. With uniquely deep industry expertise, broad international reach, and a partnership approach rooted in trust, the firm provides innovative, integrated solutions across mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Our unmatched transaction volumes provide differentiated, data-driven perspectives that help our clients achieve their most critical goals. To learn more about Houlihan Lokey, please visit HL.com. Corporate Finance Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defense, and other related advisory services for a broad range of U.S. and international clients. Our experience in M&A has earned us consistent recognition throughout the industry. In 2025, LSEG ranked our firm the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions. Industry Coverage Groups: Business Services, Consumer, Financial Services, FinTech, Healthcare, Industrials, and Technology. Through the NY process, candidates will indicate their top three industry group preferences and interview with financial professionals from those teams. Offers will then be made for a specific group within those stated preferences. Job Description In Corporate Finance, Summer Financial Analysts may work on a variety of transactions that provide exposure to various investment banking services and client industries. These services include mergers and acquisitions, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts. Throughout the summer, you will work with a highly talented and dedicated staff of professionals who will give you broad exposure to the many different issues and concerns affecting businesses today. You will research and analyze financial statements, general and industry-specific economic conditions and developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and various investment attributes of publicly traded and private securities companies. The environment at Houlihan Lokey is collaborative and entrepreneurial, and rewards Summer Financial Analysts with substantial responsibility and interaction with senior-level professionals. Qualifications Pursuing a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2028 and June 2029 A foundational knowledge of and a keen interest in corporate finance Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across all organizational levels Strong work ethic and proven leadership skills Preferred Qualifications A 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 Application Requirement To be considered for this position, candidates must complete the Suited assessment. A unique assessment link will be sent via email following the submission of your application. Candidates will have 5 calendar days to complete. Houlihan Lokey is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status. Compensation and Benefits Houlihan Lokey is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive total compensation package. The firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible salary range for this role at the time of posting is: $110,000-$110,000 Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience and the location where this position may be filled. Houlihan Lokey provides a competitive benefits package. Our current benefits offerings can be found here: 2026 Benefits We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-115909

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