Intern - Strategy and Growth Analyst

Where Ambition Meets Innovation Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.

Strategy & Growth serves as a catalyst for the firm's growth by bringing together corporate strategy, business development, and client activation capabilities. Together, these teams create a seamless experience for advisors and institutions, from initial engagement and affiliation decisions through onboarding, activation, and long-term success on the LPL platform.

Our 10-week paid summer internship program is designed to provide a comprehensive and immersive experience that combines professional development, networking, mentorship, and real-world business impact. Interns will work alongside leaders and subject matter experts on strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and projects that contribute directly to the success of our advisors, clients, and business.

Job Overview:

As a Strategy & Growth Intern, you will support key initiatives that advance the organization's strategic priorities and enhance the advisor and client experience. Working alongside leaders across Strategy & Growth, you will contribute to projects focused on business growth, client activation, organizational effectiveness, process improvement, and strategic planning.

This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain exposure to multiple functions within the organization while developing analytical, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

Support strategic initiatives and business priorities across the Strategy & Growth organization

Conduct research, analysis, and project work to support business growth, advisor engagement, and client activation efforts

Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies

Develop presentations, communications, and other materials for leadership discussions and decision-making

Partner with cross-functional teams to support project execution and organizational initiatives

Participate in professional development, networking, and learning opportunities throughout the internship experience

Present insights, recommendations, and project outcomes to leaders at the conclusion of the program

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:

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Communications, Marketing, Management, or a related field, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3

Demonstrated interest in strategy, business operations, client experience, project management, or financial services

Strong academic performance and involvement in campus organizations, leadership activities, or prior internship experiences preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Offer is contingent upon successful completion of a background screening and the ability to work in a hybrid environment from our Fort Mill, SC, or San Diego, CA office, with an in-office presence of 2–3 days per week.

Core Competencies:

Analytical mindset with the ability to research,…