IT Governance, Risk & Cybersecurity Internship - Summer 2026

Description du poste:

Business Unit:Information Technology
Industry:No Industry
OverviewHoulihan 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.
Houlihan Lokey is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Intern to join the IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) / Cybersecurity team in our London office.
This internship provides hands-on exposure to cybersecurity risk management, regulatory compliance, and information security practices within a global financial services environment.
The intern will support initiatives related to information security risk management, policy development, vendor risk, regulatory requirements, and security awareness, working closely with IT GRC, Information Security, and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities:
* Assist the IT GRC and Information Security teams with cybersecurity risk management, including documentation and evidence collection.
* Support governance and compliance activities aligned with frameworks such as DORA, and SOX.
* Help maintain and update information security policies, standards, and procedures.
* Participate in vendor risk management activities, including questionnaire reviews.
* Support regulatory and audit readiness, including internal and external audits.
* Assist with cybersecurity metrics, reporting, and dashboards.
* Contribute to security awareness initiatives and training materials.
* Conduct research on emerging cyber threats, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
* Collaborate with global IT and security teams across the regions.

Soft Skills:
* Ability to deliver empathetic, people-first service that makes customers feel heard, respected, and valued.
* Talent for creating personal moments that turn routine interactions into memorable experiences.
* Strong communication skills that balance accuracy with hospitality and approachability.
* Solutions-focused mindset with a willingness to go above and beyond to create a positive customer outcome.
* High emotional intelligence with the ability to remain calm, positive, and thoughtful in challenging situations.
* Hospitality-focused presence that consistently creates a welcoming environment for customers.
* Strong sense of ownership for the customer experience, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
* Collaborative mindset with the ability to champion the customer while supporting team and organizational goals.
* Learning-oriented mindset driven by curiosity, growth, and a passion for service.
* High degree of professionalism and dependability, with a commitment to upholding the organization's mission and values.

Qualifications:
* Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
* Information Security
* Cybersecurity
* Information Technology
* Computer Science
* Risk Management
* Or a related discipline
* Strong interest in cybersecurity, IT risk, and compliance within financial services.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
* Basic understanding of networking, operating systems, and security concepts.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

What you will gain:
* Exposure to cybersecurity and IT risk management in a global investment banking environment.
* Hands-on experience supporting real-world GRC and security initiatives.
* Mentorship from experienced IT and cybersecurity professionals.
* Insight into how technology risk and compliance support business operations and regulatory obligations.
* Valuable experience for careers in cybersecurity, IT risk, audit, or consulting.

Internship Details:
* Duration: Summer internship (typically 8-10 weeks).
* Location: London office (hybrid work may be available depending on business needs).
* Compensation: Competitive.

About the team
We believe that as we grow individually, we also grow as an Information Technology team, allowing us to contribute to the overall growth of Houlihan Lokey. We embrace challenges and try new things, always looking for ways to improve. We deliver technology products and services enabled everywhere, so business can happen anywhere. We like where we work, who we work with, and what we do. We cultivate a culture where we all thrive.

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-117799