Internship Summer 2026 - Technology, Software Development
Austin, TX
Internship
Onsite
$25/hr - $30/hr
Intern
LPL Financial is the nation's largest independent broker-dealer firm, evolving into a high-performance fintech organization. As a Software Development intern, you will develop technology solutions to support the firm’s strategic product roadmaps, contributing to applications ranging from web-based interfaces to backend services.
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Preferred
Experiences such as an internship, hackathon, research project or related experience
Demonstrated time management skills
Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams
Benefits
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.
LPL Financial provides investment solutions and tools for independent financial advisors.
