Intern - FAR Program - Finance

FAR (Foundational Analyst Rotational) Program – Finance Internship

Are you interested in turning data into actionable business insights and building a career in Finance? The FAR (Foundational Analyst Rotational) Program – Finance Internship offers a paid, ten-week summer experience designed to help students develop technical expertise, expand their professional network, and gain real-world experience within a leading financial services organization. Through meaningful project work, mentorship, networking opportunities, and exposure to business leaders, you'll build skills that prepare you for future success in Finance and beyond.

As a Finance intern within the FAR (Foundational Analyst Rotational) Program, participants will join us for a paid, ten-week summer internship supporting one of our Finance teams. The internship experience includes networking, relevant work assignments, group projects, social and wellness events, mentorship, and other informative learning sessions with key leaders. Our programming is designed to provide students with a blend of business and professional developmental opportunities that incorporates real-world experiences.

The FAR Program assigns interns to a position supporting one of LPL's core finance teams based on your skillset, interests, and business needs.

Please note:

this is not a rotational internship. You will work on one team for the internship duration. Potential internship teams include, but are not limited to:

• Advisor M&A
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Treasury

• We're looking for strong collaborators who take initiative 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.

• Current enrolled as a sophomore or junior pursuing a bachelor's degree.
• 3.0 GPA minimum.
• Offer is contingent upon completion of bachelor's degree, successful background screening, and agreement to be local to the Fort Mill/Charlotte office.

• All majors are considered, but programs focusing in finance or accounting are preferred.
• GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Basic financial and accounting knowledge (understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, etc.)
• Leadership experience through student organizations, internships, or projects.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Office 365 platforms.
• Effective communication, detail-oriented, and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate, driven, open to new opportunities, and proactive.

• Full - time position for 10 weeks in the summer of 2027;
  Monday through Friday, working 40 hours a week during business operating hours.
• Internship dates: 6/1/2027 – 8/6/2027

Candidates who apply by this date will receive priority consideration, and we anticipate that most hiring decisions will be made following the priority application date. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Priority Application Date:
September 21 at 11:59 PM PST

• 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: $20-25/hr

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…