Summary
About this role
At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. And our welcoming, respectful and inclusive culture provides opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!
2025 Undergraduate Summer Intern – Job Posting
Department Title: Undergrad Intern – US Distribution Sales Strategy & Enablement
Please read before applying:
Start Date: All interns must start in office and in person on June 8, 2026.
Anticipated End Date: August 14, 2026 – All interns must be in office and in person on their last day to return equipment. Interns must be located in the same location throughout the duration of their internship and are prohibited from returning laptop/equipment to a different office location or shipping their equipment back.
Position Summary:
What is your Department or Team responsible for?
Our US Distribution Sales Strategy & Enablement organization, located in Stamford CT, Rancho Cordova CA, St. Petersburg FL, is currently seeking an Intern to support our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work for a leading Global Asset Manager. Join Franklin Templeton and gain real world experience, apply what you have already learned in the classroom, and learn invaluable skills.
The role of U.S. Distribution is to acquire and retain assets through distribution and support primarily focused on institutions, intermediary home offices and financial advisors. Clients are primarily institutional investors, insurance companies, consultants, bank trusts, RIAs, private banks, defined contribution plans, intermediary home offices, and financial advisors. The product vehicles are typically Franklin Templeton’s mutual funds, ETFs, 529 Plans, retail SMAs, variable insurance trusts, sub-advised funds, collective investment trusts, and separate accounts.
Team Culture:
Describe the Team Culture:
Our team culture thrives on collaboration, where every member actively contributes, values diverse perspectives, and works together towards common goals. We are driven by a shared commitment to champion the client experience, ensuring that every decision and action prioritizes client needs and exceeds their expectations. Additionally, we emphasize effectiveness in processes and procedures, continuously seeking ways to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and deliver exceptional results.
A US Strategy & Enablement Intern at Franklin Templeton can expect to learn:
What can an Intern expect to learn by the end of their internship?
The US Strategy & Enablement group led by the COO of US Distribution serves as a center of excellence for the benefit of clients by supporting strategic initiatives across US Distribution. The group provides sales strategy, project management, event planning, client service and administrative support to enable growth, champion the client experience, and drive effectiveness. The group is organized and staffed to support the needs of the firm’s distribution channels.
Key Responsibilities Can Include:
What will this intern be responsible for? Please provide examples if specific job duties are not known at this time.
- Facilitate CRM database clean-up
- Support Director of Sales Services with projects
- Research and resolve un-reconciled trades
- Perform routine data aggregation requests using Microsoft Excel
- Assist associates with the cash/non cash approval and record retention process
- Mail or e-mail approved marketing materials and order promotional items
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Ideal Qualifications:
What top qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?
- Interest in Finance, Investments or Business.
- Ability to build relationships and interact in a professional manner with associates and colleagues in other departments.
- Positive attitude, enthusiastic team player, and able to work independently.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; exhibits professionalism in all communication.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and achievement.
- Ability to work multiple projects at the same time and take on unscheduled projects on short notice.
- Ability to follow procedures and have a strong attention to detail.
- Technologically proficient and knowledgeable.
- Ability to quickly learn technology systems and utilize reporting functions.
- Comfortable escalating issues to management when required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, or willing to learn.
- Must be present in the office during assigned in office hours.
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Please be sure to attach your resume when submitting your application. Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to each applicant individually. If you're interested in more than one internship, we encourage you to apply to all positions that align with your interests.
This is a full-time internship where students will work approximately 37.5 – 40 (dependent on state/location) hours per week and earn competitive hourly pay of $24 – $30 (dependent on location and function) USD per hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation.
At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!
Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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What you'll do
- The intern will facilitate CRM database clean-up, support the Director of Sales Services with projects, and perform routine data aggregation requests. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with cash/non-cash approval processes and mailing approved marketing materials.
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