At Franklin Templeton were 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 thats 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.

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2026 Undergraduate Summer Intern Job Posting

Department Title: Undergrad Intern US Wealth Management Private Markets Sales

Position Summary: US Wealth Management Private Markets Associate

The Private Markets Associate partners closely with Private Markets Director product specialists and key platform relationships to drive awareness and capital raising for Franklin Templetons private markets investment strategies including private equity private credit real estate and infrastructure. Our team helps educate financial advisors support new product launches and ensure that advisors and platforms have the tools and insights needed to bring private markets to their clients.

We focus on driving sales growth through data-driven targeting deep relationship management and strategic engagement across wirehouses RIAs and national accounts.

Department goals and initiatives:

• Expand distribution and advisor adoption of Franklin Templetons private markets capabilities.
• Leverage data and collaboration to identify high-potential advisors and opportunities for growth.
• Support new product launches and key strategic initiatives across top partner platforms.

What excites us about our teams role:
Private markets are one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic areas in asset management. Our team sits at the center of this evolution: connecting investors with opportunities traditionally reserved for institutions. Youll have exposure to senior leaders learn how institutional-grade products are distributed in the wealth channel and see firsthand how education and storytelling drive adoption.

How this intern impacts success:
The intern will play a meaningful role in supporting sales campaigns analyzing data refining sales materials and strengthening relationships with financial advisors and home office partners. Their work will directly support revenue generation and strategic growth initiatives across the Private Markets business.

Team Culture:

We are a high-energy collaborative and client-centric team that values accountability curiosity and partnership. We work cross-functionally with Product Marketing and Data & Analytics teams to deliver a seamless experience for our external partners.

Our culture is defined by open communication continuous learning and a shared passion for helping financial advisors access the private markets. Team members are encouraged to ask questions contribute ideas and take ownership of projects that make a real impact.

An intern in this department can expect to learn:

• How private market products (private equity private credit real estate) are structured marketed and distributed.
• How internal and external sales teams collaborate to drive business growth and client engagement.
• How to interpret sales and advisor data to identify trends target opportunities and support decision-making.
• Best practices in communication presentation and relationship management in a professional fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities Can Include:

• Supporting internal sales efforts through data analysis advisor outreach tracking and follow-up materials.
• Assisting with product and platform marketing initiatives including launch communications and content updates.
• Building dashboards and reports to monitor pipeline advisor activity and event impact.
• Partnering with the broader Private Markets Distribution and Marketing teams on strategic campaigns or projects.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Interest in finance asset management or private markets.
• Strong analytical organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data tools a plus.
• Curiosity professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a dynamic high-visibility area of the business.

Ready to make movesApply today!

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 youre 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 - $26 (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 were 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 thats 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!