2026 Investment Banking Summer Associate (Class of 2027) – Los Angeles Business Services
Job Overview
Skills & Requirements
Excel
Expert-level Excel skills for analysis and reporting
Refinitiv
Essential skill for this role
Mergers and Acquisitions
Essential skill for this role
Valuation
Essential skill for this role
Qualifications & Education
Experience Required
2-5
Qualifications
A fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications Strong analytical and computer skills (Excel) Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff Compensation and Benefits
About the Role
2026 Investment Banking Summer Associate (Class of 2027) – Los Angeles Business Services
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Role Overview
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Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm’s commitment to client success across its advisory services. The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions for the past two years, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past 10 years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past 11 years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by LSEG. Corporate Finance
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In Corporate Finance, Summer Associates 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 Associates with substantial responsibility and interaction with senior-level professionals.
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