2028 Investment Banking Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2029) – Boston/New York Digital Infrastructure

About the role

Summer Financial Analysts in Houlihan Lokey’s Corporate Finance Digital Infrastructure Group support investment banking transactions across technology and digital infrastructure. The role includes financial research and analysis, exposure to M&A, debt and equity private placements, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts, plus substantial responsibility and interaction with senior professionals in collaborative teams.

Responsibilities

• Support transactions including mergers and acquisitions, private placements, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts.
• Research and analyze financial statements, economic conditions, and industry-specific developments.
• Evaluate acquisitions, divestitures, and investment attributes of publicly traded and private securities companies.
• Work collaboratively with professionals and interact with senior-level staff throughout the summer.
• Gain exposure to M&A, capital raising, restructuring, and valuation across digital infrastructure sectors.

Team Context

• The Digital Infrastructure Group advises companies building, owning, and operating infrastructure supporting the digital economy.
• Sector coverage includes broadband, data centers, towers, wireless infrastructure, digital services, and asset-light telecommunications.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree, with expected graduation between December 2028 and June 2029.
• Foundational knowledge of and strong interest in corporate finance.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Strong work ethic and proven leadership skills.
• Complete the Suited assessment within five calendar days of receiving its emailed link.
• Must not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to use generative artificial intelligence tools to improve productivity and streamline workflows.

Application Details

• Applicants may be considered for New York or Boston; location preferences are captured during interviews.
• A unique Suited assessment link is sent by email after application submission.
• Candidates have five calendar days to complete the assessment.