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Victoria P.
Victoria P.
Talent Acquisition Advisor H****
Verified Houlihan Lokey
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Key skills Financial modeling, Valuation analysis, M&A advisory
Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting, economics, or finance, Outstanding academic record
Typical backgrounds Investment banking internships, M&A advisory experience
Experience Previous internship experience required (typically 1-2 prior internships)

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Role overview
Role brief

4-6 month investment banking internship at Houlihan Lokey Zurich starting January/February 2027, focusing on M&A, capital solutions, and restructuring with emphasis on consumer and healthcare sectors. Requires German/English fluency and previous M&A advisory experience.

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Penultimate/final year students or recent graduates with outstanding academic records in finance/economics/accounting, previous M&A internship experience, and demonstrated interest in consumer/healthcare sectors

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Competition

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Students from top Swiss/European business schools

Competing against penultimate/final year students from top Swiss and European universities with previous investment banking internships at major firms, plus recent graduates with similar profiles seeking to break into full-time roles.

Students from top Swiss/European business schools Candidates with bulge bracket internship experience Recent graduates with strong academic and internship credentials

Risk

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Previous M&A advisory experience is mandatory

High risk if you lack previous M&A advisory internship experience, don't have German fluency, or cannot demonstrate strong academic performance.

German fluency required for Zurich operations

The role specifically requires prior M&A experience, making it unsuitable for first-time finance interns.

Previous M&A advisory experience is mandatory German fluency required for Zurich operations Outstanding academic record expected

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Include examples of financial modeling, valuation work, and any German-language business experience.

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Role Brief

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Overview

This internship opportunity at global investment bank offers exceptional exposure to investment banking across mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and valuation advisory. The program provides hands-on experience working alongside senior professionals on live transactions, with particular focus on consumer and healthcare sectors.

Available start dates include January 2027 and February 2027, with internships lasting 4-6 months. Candidates should indicate their preferred start date during the application process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in preparation of pitch materials and client presentations
  • Conduct comprehensive market, industry, and company analyses
  • Develop financial models and perform valuation analyses
  • Support due diligence processes for both buy-side and sell-side transactions
  • Work as an integral member of project teams on live deals
  • Gain exposure to consumer and healthcare sector transactions
  • Participate in analyst-level responsibilities and client interactions

Skills & Experience

  • Currently in penultimate or final year of bachelor\'s or master\'s degree, or recent graduate
  • Outstanding academic record, preferably in accounting, economics, or finance
  • Fluency in both German and English required; additional languages advantageous
  • Previous internship experience in M&A advisory or related fields
  • Strong understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications
  • Excellent quantitative, financial, and analytical capabilities
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
  • Demonstrated interest in consumer and healthcare sectors
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure with meticulous attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • International experience desirable but not essential

Why This Role Stands Out

This internship provides unparalleled exposure to high-profile transactions and direct mentorship from experienced investment banking professionals. Interns receive similar responsibilities to first-year analysts, offering genuine insight into the investment banking career path while contributing meaningfully to live deal processes across diverse industry sectors.