2026 Houlihan Lokey Investment Banking Insight Day

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 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.

 At Houlihan Lokey, we are committed to developing future leaders in investment banking and supporting long-term career growth.

Our Investment Banking Insight Day offers select sophomores a firsthand look into the world of investment banking through valuable training and networking opportunities. Participants will gain exposure to Houlihan Lokey’s culture, meet with professionals from our Investment Banking team, and receive insights to help guide future internship and career decisions. Select attendees may also be considered for an accelerated interview process for our 2028 Summer Analyst Program.

We will be hosting two events this year across various offices. Please apply to your top location of interest, as your application will only be considered for one location. If you submit multiple applications, only your first submission will be reviewed.

Event Details

Dates:

• •New York: November 10, 2026
• •Chicago: December 3, 2026

Location: Houlihan Lokey Offices in Chicago and New York

Travel: Travel and accommodation will be provided for eligible attendees

Eligibility Requirements

Current undergraduate sophomores (Class of 2029)

Demonstrated interest in finance through coursework, work experience, or extracurricular activities

Proven leadership experience

Ability to travel to the in-person event on the date listed above

Application Process

To be considered, please submit your resume and a short essay via the HL Investment Banking Insight Day Application on our career’s website by Monday, October 19, 2026. We strongly discourage the use of AI tools in your response, as the essay is intended to reflect your own unique perspective.

Selected applicants will be notified with additional details by early November.

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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