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

What if you could build a career where ambition meets innovation? At LPL Financial, we empower professionals to shape their success while helping clients pursue their financial goals with confidence. What if you could have access to cutting-edge resources, a collaborative environment, and the freedom to make an impact?

As the nation's largest independent broker-dealer firm and a member of the Fortune 500, we're swiftly evolving into a high-performance fintech organization. Joining us as a technologist puts you at the heart of this transformation. With locations in Austin, Charlotte, and San Diego, our team of dedicated professionals supports financial advisors in enhancing their clients' financial futures. Your work will revolutionize our support for financial advisors and make a difference to millions of lives. If you're ready to take the next step, discover what’s possible with LPL Financial.

Our Early-In-Career program is designed to nurture early career talent through a 10-week paid summer internship and full-time entry-level opportunities, aiming to cultivate the future leaders of the industry. Our University team is committed to attracting skilled individuals who will not only grow personally and professionally, but also contribute to the strategic goals of our company.

Job Overview:

As a Software Development intern, you will develop technology solutions to support the firm’s strategic product roadmaps. You will join our dynamic team, working at the forefront of cloud technologies. In this role, you will contribute to designing, developing, and maintaining applications ranging from web-based interfaces to robust backend services. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment, champion modern testing practices like TDD (Test-Driven Development) and BDD (Behavior-Driven Development), and help automate our development and deployment pipelines.

If you are eager to learn, thrive in collaborative settings, and are excited by the prospect of working with the latest in cloud computing and software engineering, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Application Development: Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and deployment of high-quality web and backend applications.

• Cloud Technologies: Build, configure, and maintain applications deployed on leading cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).

• Backend Services: Develop and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure backend services using modern programming languages (such as Python, .NET, Node.js, Typescript and others).

• Web Applications: Work on interactive web applications with responsive and accessible user interfaces using frameworks like React or Angular.

• Testing & Quality Assurance: Practice TDD and BDD methodologies to write clear, effective tests before and during development, ensuring software quality and reliability.

• Automation: Create and maintain automated test scripts, continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and monitoring solutions.

• Agile Collaboration: Actively participate in agile ceremonies—such as daily standups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives—working with product owners, designers, and other developers to deliver value iteratively.

• Documentation: Write clear, concise documentation for code, APIs, and processes to support maintainability and knowledge sharing.

• Continuous Learning: Stay up to date on emerging technologies, frameworks, and best practices in software development and cloud computing.

• Problem Solving: Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve application defects and system issues, bringing creative solutions to complex challenges.

• Utilize AI tools to optimize development processes and enhance productivity

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or advanced degree in Computer Science, or related field required

• Classroom experience directly related to your preferred role

• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem solving and task completion, taking ownership of assignments

Core Competencies:

• Proficient organizational and communication skills, both oral and written

• Strong intellectual curiosity and willingness to embrace change and quickly learn new technologies and frameworks as the software landscape evolves

Preferences:

• Experiences such as an internship, hackathon, research project or related experience

• Demonstrated time management skills

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams

Summer Internship Schedule:

• Full- time position for 10 weeks in the summer of 2026; Monday through Friday, working 40 hours a week during business operating hours

•  Internship dates: 6/1/2026 – 8/7/2026

Disclaimer for international students:  

• At this time, for our early career program positions, we’re unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. For other positions, within LPL it will depend on the specific position. 
• You will be responsible for obtaining and providing to LPL the required I-9 documentation as part of our onboarding process. 
• Positions offered are for full-time work at 40 hours per week.  
• Please consult your Designated School Official to confirm your eligibility with your school ability prior to applying.  
   

 

Hourly Rate:

$25.00-$30.00 per hour

 

The hourly amount is dependent on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skill, experience, and work location. 

 

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.

Why LPL?

• Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team. Learn more about our leadership team here!

• Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here!

• Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here!

• Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here!

• Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here!

• Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here!

• 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. Learn more here!

Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

Information on Interviews:

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum.  During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card.  Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.

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