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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 Off-Cycle Interns to join the Frankfurt office for a period of 3 months in Q4 2026
Scope
Houlihan Lokey offers 3-4 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 either be an undergraduate, in you final year of study, or a graduate student
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.
#LI-115419Skills Required
- Undergraduate (final year) or graduate student status
- Strong academic track record
- Degree in accounting, economics, or finance (studying for or achieved)
- 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
- Demonstrated interest in Financial Restructuring
- Previous internship experience within investment banking or related fields
- International experience
- Motivation and ability to work cooperatively at all staff levels in a demanding environment
Houlihan Lokey Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for the investment‑banking market, with total packages aligning to leading middle‑market and boutique peers across common roles. Compensation is broadly perceived as strong relative to alternatives.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as comprehensive, with solid protection and reasonable costs. Mental‑health resources and expanded well‑being initiatives supplement the core plan.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — The package includes an Employee Assistance Program and wellness initiatives such as fitness support, webinars, and mindfulness resources. These offerings provide added support beyond standard insurance and retirement elements.
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What We Do
Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, 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, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past nine consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past ten consecutive 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 (formerly Refinitiv)
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