Summer Intern 2026 – General Accounts Global Wealth & Asset Management Program

At Manulife John Hancock we believe in investing in the future starting with you. Our General Accounts Global Wealth & Asset Management Program is your launchpad to success offering the support structure and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.

This is a unique opportunity in Manulifes General Account (GA) Investment teama global platform that supports the companys long-term financial obligations through sophisticated liability-driven investment strategies. By aligning asset portfolios with product liabilities this role contributes directly to our mission of delivering sustainable risk-adjusted returns. Participants will gain exposure to traditional and alternative asset classes mentorship from seasoned professionals and hands-on experience in a collaborative high-performance environment.

You will have the opportunity to work with one or more of the following specialized teams:

Global Corporate Finance

• Source underwrite and monitor public and private debt investment opportunities across multiple currencies.

• Conduct credit analysis on existing and potential borrowers to assess their creditworthiness.

• Gain exposure to North American and European markets through direct investments and emerging economies through Asia-based operations.

• Work in one of the five industry teams gaining insight into the sector (Consumer & Industrial Financial Institutions Natural Resources & Sustainable Solutions Power & Infrastructure or Public Sector)

Real Estate Finance

• Manage commercial mortgage loan portfolios across North America and Asia.

• Participate in origination servicing and portfolio management.

• Learn about real assets and structured lending through a network of 14 regional offices.

Global Portfolio Management

• Engage in fixed income portfolio management FX and liquidity trading and ESG investing.

• Participate in strategic asset decisions and daily trading operations.

• Develop hands-on experience in sustainable finance and cross-functional collaboration.

Global Asset Liability Management (GALM)

• Align investment strategies with liability profiles across GA and segregated funds.

• Support hedging strategic asset allocation and risk modeling.

• Dive deep into financial strategy and enterprise risk management.

Chief Operating Office (COO)

• Drive non-investment strategy and operations across GA Investments.

• Support performance reporting governance and technology transformation.

• Ideal for students interested in business operations analytics and enterprise strategy.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support investment and operational activities across one or more specialized GA teams.

• Assist in sourcing underwriting and monitoring investments across asset classes and geographies.

• Participate in portfolio management trading operations and strategic asset allocation.

• Contribute to financial modeling performance reporting and governance initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support innovation and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Finance Economics Business Real Estate Engineering or a related field with an anticipated graduation date in Spring 2027.

• Strong analytical and communication skills.

• Demonstrated interest in investments financial strategy or operations.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced global environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with financial modeling or investment analysis.

• Exposure to global markets or alternative asset classes.

• Familiarity with ESG investing or sustainable finance.

• Interest in enterprise strategy or business operations.

When you join our team:

• Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.

• As part of our internship program you will gain early access to Manulife John Hancocks premier early talent program GRO tailored to graduating students! This program is designed to launch your career with the support structure and opportunities you need to thrive.

Application Instructions:

• Please submit a resume cover letter and most recent transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted)in one PDF file

• In your cover letter please indicate which specialized team(s) you are more interested in pursuing for a summer internship position

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment retention advancement and compensation and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race ancestry place of origin colour ethnic origin citizenship religion or religious beliefs creed sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions) sexual orientation genetic characteristics veteran status gender identity gender expression age marital status family status disability or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process contact .

Salary will vary depending on local market conditions geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge skills qualifications experience and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. Please contact for additional information.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits including health dental mental health vision short- and long-term disability life and AD&D insurance coverage adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays 3 personal days 150 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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