Internship Summer 2026 - Technology,… at LPL Financial · San Diego

Summary: LPL Financial is the nation's largest independent broker-dealer firm, empowering professionals to shape their success. They are seeking a Program Management intern for the Research Team to research, design, and prototype new product/service offerings, contributing to cross-functional efforts and presenting findings to senior leadership. Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the design, research, and team to validate early designs - Assist in conducting user research and usability testing - Help support researchers with note taking during live sessions and data analysis - Support the research team in various design projects and tasks, including recruiting, pulling reports in Medallia or Salesforce - Create surveys/unmoderated sessions to start and build expertise before transitioning to moderated sessions - Create share-out reports to present findings from research studies- surveys, sessions, or heuristic analysis - Present research findings to all the stakeholders and track next steps Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a UI UX-related field with an expected graduation date by May 2027 - Classroom experience directly related to your preferred role - Experiences such as an internship, hackathon, research project or related experience - Excellent communication and teamwork skills - Proficient organizational and communication skills, both oral and written Preferred Qualifications: - Strong portfolio showcasing design skills and creativity - Proficiency in research tools like UserTesting, Qualtrics - Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment - Demonstrated time management skills - Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams Required Skills: Human-Computer Interaction, UI/UX Important Skills: Research tools Nice-to-Have Skills: Communication skills, Teamwork skills, Time management, Adaptability Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team., Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential., Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients., Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact., Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds., Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same., Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home.