FAR Program: Summer 2026 Internship – Compliance

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? If you're ready to take the next step, discover what’s possible with LPL Financial.

As an intern within the FAR (Foundational Analyst Rotational) Program, participants will join us for a paid, ten-week summer internship on one of our Risk teams.

LPL Financials Compliance Internship, part of the FAR Program, offers current sophomores and juniors an opportunity to support one of the firm’s compliance and risk management teams. Interns will engage in meaningful work assignments, group projects, and professional development sessions while gaining real-world experience in risk-related functions within a leading financial services firm. The program also includes networking, mentorship, and exposure to key leaders. Ideal candidates have a minimum 3.0 GPA, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

What You’ll Do:

• Support various teams within Compliance, including but not limited to Electronic Communications, AML, Compliance Operations, Branch Exams, dependent on business needs.

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

• Current sophomore or junior

• Interest in the financial services industry

• 3.0 GPA minimum

• Offer is contingent upon successful background screening and agreement to be local to the Fort Mill/Charlotte office - Selected candidates will operate out of the Carolina’s office working on a hybrid schedule (2-3 days in office)

Preferences:

• All majors are considered, but programs focusing on risk management, finance, or business are preferred

• GPA of 3.3 or higher

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Office 365 platforms

• Effective communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Passionate, driven, open to new opportunities, and positive attitude

• High level of motivation and initiative

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

 

Hourly Rate:

25.00/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.

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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.

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