LA Investment Banking Summer Analyst — Corporate Finance

US.020 Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Houlihan Lokey in California offers a Summer Financial Analyst opportunity in Corporate Finance to gain exposure to mergers and acquisitions, private placements, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts. You will research financial statements, assess industry trends, and support deal execution as part of a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Applicants should be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree with an expected graduation between December 2028 and June 2029, and show foundational

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2028 and June 2029.
• Foundational knowledge of corporate finance.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Strong work ethic and proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze financial statements, general and industry-specific economic conditions and developments.
• Assist on mergers and acquisitions, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts.
• Support senior professionals with deal execution, due diligence, and client presentations.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Strong work ethic

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Generative AI tools

Job description

Houlihan Lokey in California offers a Summer Financial Analyst opportunity in Corporate Finance to gain exposure to mergers and acquisitions, private placements, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts. You will research financial statements, assess industry trends, and support deal execution as part of a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Applicants should be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree with an expected graduation between December 2028 and June 2029, and show foundational