2028 Investment Banking Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2029) – Chicago Consumer
At a glance
Mid-level FP&A role at Campus. Chicago · full-time · $110,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Review financial statements and assess broad economic conditions alongside developments specific to consumer industries
- Study acquisitions, divestitures and investment features of securities issued by public and private companies
- Contribute to transaction work involving M&A, debt or equity placements, refinancings and leveraged buyouts
What you bring
- You are pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree and expect to graduate between December 2028 and June 2029
- You have a grounding in corporate finance and a strong interest in the field
- You must complete the Suited assessment within five calendar days of receiving its emailed link
Who this fits
This summer analyst role suits a student seeking hands-on exposure to investment banking transactions and senior-level interaction. The position is in Chicago, and applicants who need employment visa sponsorship now or later are ineligible.
From the employer
Business Unit:
Corporate FinanceIndustry:
Consumer

Overview
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.

Corporate Finance
Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defense, and other related advisory services for a broad range of U.S. and international clients. Our experience in M&A has earned us consistent recognition throughout the industry. In 2025, LSEG ranked our firm the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions.

Consumer
Houlihan Lokey’s Consumer Group is the No. 1 Consumer M&A team in the U.S. (according to data from LSEG*), guiding companies on their M&A, restructuring, and financial advisory matters, and assisting in raising debt and equity capital. In 2025, Houlihan Lokey’s global Consumer team completed 79 deals. The group has built a reputation as a trusted advisor to companies in the consumer industry, combining extensive market capabilities with in-depth industry knowledge to help maximize shareholder value for its clients.
*Excludes accounting firms and brokers.
Job Description
In Corporate Finance, Summer Financial Analysts may work on a variety of transactions that provide exposure to various investment banking services and client industries. These services include mergers and acquisitions, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts. Throughout the summer, you will work with a highly talented and dedicated staff of professionals who will give you broad exposure to the many different issues and concerns affecting businesses today.
You will research and analyze financial statements, general and industry-specific economic conditions and developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and various investment attributes of publicly traded and private securities companies.
The environment at Houlihan Lokey is collaborative and entrepreneurial, and rewards Summer Financial Analysts with substantial responsibility and interaction with senior-level professionals.
Qualifications
- Pursuing a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2028 and June 2029
- A foundational knowledge of and a keen interest in corporate finance
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across all organizational levels
- Strong work ethic and proven leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications
- A fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Adept at leveraging Generative AI tools to enhance productivity and streamline workflows
Application Requirement
- To be considered for this position, candidates must complete the Suited assessment. A unique assessment link will be sent via email following the submission of your application. Candidates will have 5 calendar days to complete the assessment.
Houlihan Lokey is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status


Compensation and Benefits
Houlihan Lokey is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive total compensation package. The firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible salary range for this role at the time of posting is:

$110,000-$110,000


Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience and the location where this position may be filled.

Houlihan Lokey provides a competitive benefits package. Our current benefits offerings can be found here:
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.


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