About the role#
LPL Financial is seeking a Software Engineering intern to join our team for a 10-week summer program. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and mentors on real-world projects. You will contribute to technology solutions that support financial advisors and their clients while gaining hands-on experience with modern software development, cloud technologies, and AI-powered tools.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, test, and maintain web applications using technologies such as React, Angular, Java, Python.NET, and Node.js.
- Build and support APIs, backend services, databases, and cloud-based applications.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, design, and business teams to deliver solutions.
- Participate in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting activities.
- Follow software development standards for security, performance, and reliability.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience through coursework, internships, hackathons, or personal projects using at least one programming language such as Python, Java, C#, or JavaScript.
- Understanding of software development, testing, debugging, databases, APIs, and secure coding practices.
Location & details#
- Locations: Austin, Texas; Fort Mill, South Carolina; or Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: 10 weeks, from June 1, 2027, to August 6, 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
- Compensation: Paid position, $25.00 to $30.00 per hour.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this program.
About LPL Financial
LPL Financial is a wealth management firm based in San Diego. Founded in 1989, the company provides investment solutions, technology tools, and practice management services to financial advisors and institutions. It supports approximately 29,000 financial advisors and manages assets for about 7 million clients. The firm operates as a public company and maintains a workforce of over 14,000 employees.
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