3 Month Internship - Financial Restructuring (Q3 2027)

Houlihan Lokey, Inc.; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. in Frankfurt is offering a 3-month Off-Cycle Internship in the Financial Restructuring Group. You will work alongside restructuring bankers on diverse assignments and gain exposure to creditor- and debtor-side transactions, distressed M&A, and financial modelling.

The role emphasizes valuation analyses, teamwork, and the opportunity to engage with clients across industries. German and English language skills are required.

Qualifications

• Strong academic track record in accounting, economics or finance.
• Understanding of valuation theory, methodologies and applications.
• Strong quantitative, financial and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and fluent English.
• Demonstrated interest in Financial Restructuring.
• Previous internship experience within investment banking or related fields.
• International experience is desirable but not essential.
• Motivated and able to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist on restructuring transactions and financial advisory projects.
• Gain exposure to creditor- and debtor-side restructurings and distressed M&A.
• Develop financial models and perform valuation analyses.
• Work as part of a project team across various industries.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

German language

English language

Interest in Financial Restructuring

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting, Economics or Finance degree

Tools

Financial modelling

Job description

Business Unit: Financial Restructuring Group

Industry: No Industry

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.

Financial Restructuring

Houlihan Lokey has the largest worldwide financial restructuring practice of any investment banking firm, with offices and experienced professionals located across the globe. Since its inception in 1988, the restructuring group has advised on more than 1,900 restructuring transactions with aggregate debt claims in excess of $4 trillion. With nearly 300 dedicated restructuring professionals worldwide, our group has a significant global presence. We serve clients domestically and around the world, providing extensive resources to staff each case. Our broad base of clients and extensive experience allow us to understand the dynamics of each restructuring situation and the needs, attitudes, and positions of all parties in interest.

We are currently hiring for an Off-Cycle Intern to join the Frankfurt office for a period of 3 months in Q3 2027

Scope

Houlihan Lokey offers 3 month internship opportunities in their Frankfurt office. The internship is an excellent opportunity to work alongside restructuring bankers in a stimulating environment on various restructuring assignments for clients in various industries.

Responsibilities

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job training. Throughout your internship, you will get similar levels of exposure as a first-year analyst, working on transactions that provide exposure to various financial advisory products and industries, including creditor- and debtor-side restructurings and distressed mergers & acquisitions. Furthermore you will gain experience in financial modelling, valuation analyses, and work as part of a project team.

Qualifications / Requirements

• You will have a strong academic track record and must be studying for / or achieved a degree in accounting, economics and or finance
• You will have an understanding of valuation theory, methodologies and applications
• Strong quantitative, financial and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and fluent English (additional language skills are also advantageous).
• You will have a demonstrated interest in Financial Restructuring
• Previous internship experience within investment banking and / or related fields
• International experience is also desirable, but not essential
• You must be motivated and have the ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing, demanding, but ultimately rewarding environment

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.

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