About the role#
Houlihan Lokey is seeking a Corporate Development Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This role supports the Corporate Development team, which reports directly to the CEO and CFO. You will contribute to strategic and operational initiatives and assist with global acquisition execution.
What you'll do#
- Assist the team with acquisition-related activities and special projects.
- Support origination efforts by developing acquisition target searches and profiles.
- Track pipeline activities and maintain the CRM database.
- Analyze precedent transactions to aid in post-acquisition performance tracking.
- Develop and manage databases, processes, templates, and reports to drive efficiency for acquisitions and strategic projects.
- Create reports for management and the deal execution team.
What you'll need#
- Current junior or senior in a Bachelor’s degree program, preferably in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
- Previous professional internship experience is preferred.
- Basic understanding of financial modeling, acquisition analysis, and accounting principles.
- Proficiency in Excel and a working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A self-starter with a strong work ethic.
Location & details#
- Locations: Los Angeles, California or New York, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid position at $25 per hour.
About Houlihan Lokey
Houlihan Lokey is a global investment bank that provides financial and strategic advice to corporations, governments, and financial sponsors. The firm specializes in mergers and acquisitions, financial restructuring, and valuation advisory services. Based in Los Angeles, the company operates with a staff of nearly 5,000 employees. It maintains a presence in multiple international locations to serve its clients.
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