Internships
Summer Internship Program in the U.S.
Our summer internship program, which runs from June to August each year, offers college juniors and first-year MBAs unique insight into investment banking and a taste of life at Houlihan Lokey.
The 10-week program takes place at our U.S. offices and operates across a number of key business areas. All interns complete a week-long training program before linking up with their specific business area team for the remainder of their internship.
While many of our interns go on to take up Financial Analyst or Associate positions with us the following July, a summer internship with Houlihan Lokey is never just practice for the real thing. No matter which team you are placed with, you can expect real-life exposure, doing real work at the front line of projects and transactions.
Because we typically manage a greater deal volume than other banks, and our teams are smaller, your input is especially important. You’ll be expected to step up, think for yourself, and make yourself heard—because your colleagues want to hear what you have to say.
Learning, Development, and Mobility
The summer internship program begins with a comprehensive one-week training program. From there, the training continues on the job. In return for your contribution, you can expect to receive continuous support and encouragement as well as excellent learning and development opportunities. Every day, you’ll have the chance to develop your knowledge, ask questions, and learn from some of the best people in the business.
Whichever part of the business you’re placed with, you can expect to work on real projects, supporting live deals and having a tangible impact on your team’s achievements day to day. You can also expect constant support and encouragement along the way, as well as excellent learning and development opportunities.
Our Offer
From our perspective, the summer internship program is an excellent way for us to spot talent. It all depends on your abilities and how you apply yourself over the course of the summer, but, for the right person, the offer of a permanent position with Houlihan Lokey is very much achievable. Successful interns are invited to return after completing their studies to undertake training in New York, before being welcomed as full-time members of our team.
In return for your dedicated work, you’ll gain unparalleled insight into investment banking: the chance to be at the front line of real transactions while learning from some of the best people in the business.
What We Look For
We look for highly motivated individuals with a strong academic track record who are on course to achieve a bachelor’s, master’s, or MBA degree. Equally, in addition to intellectual rigor, we are looking for those with the passion, hunger, and curiosity required to succeed in our industry.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills are important, as are excellent verbal and written communication skills; and, as we expand geographically, the ability to speak one or more additional languages is always helpful.
Above all, you must be highly motivated and able to demonstrate a genuine interest in investment banking, along with the ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a demanding and rapidly changing environment.
Rewards and Benefits
We offer students an exceptional platform upon which to build a career, and we ensure your hard work is reflected through market-competitive salaries.
You will also receive excellent learning and development opportunities, outstanding support, world-class training, and the satisfaction of doing meaningful, impactful work.
In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of excellent rewards and benefits.
Life Within Our U.S. Locations
At Houlihan Lokey we understand that it’s important for our Financial Analysts and Associates to have time outside of work to unwind, socialize, and pursue hobbies and interests. With offices located in some of the world’s most vibrant cities, including New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles, you’ll find there’s always plenty going on outside the office.
We are a company of hard workers, but we are also sociable and outgoing, and we enjoy one another’s company away from work. As a Houlihan Lokey employee, you’ll get to know your new colleagues during the evenings and weekends. In addition to sharing meals, there will be opportunities to meet people firm-wide, through taking part in charity events and numerous other activities and events.