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.

Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!

2026 Undergraduate Summer Intern Job Posting

Department Title: Undergrad Intern US Product

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:

US Product is responsible for developing managing and positioning Franklin Templetons products distributed in the US including mutual funds separately managed accounts collective investment trusts retail models custom indices and 529 addition the team is responsible for implementing product actions related to ETFs and alternative investments. The team collaborates with Franklin Templetons Specialist Investment Managers (SIMs) and the US Sales team to pursue long term growth and efficiencies with respect to Franklin Templetons product set.

US Product is a strategic partner within US Distribution responsible for creating the product strategy for retail and institutional sales which includes defining and implementing the product shelf offerings available in the US. The summer intern will be a key part of project teams working to integrate fund board policies aimed at saving millions of dollars annually for FT and bidding on opportunities involving billions in assets. Additionally the summer intern will assist with projects related to optimizing and integrating our product offerings.

Team Culture:

The US Product team partners extensively with US Distributions sales teams SIMs and global product organizations. The team operates within a collaborative structure organized into a functional matrix that includes product strategy product management portfolio analysis and positioning governance and implementation. The team works cross-functionally to address the requirements of our sales teams clients and SIMs. Additionally we are responsible for communication and reporting to Franklin Templetons six fund boards on matters related to investment positioning financials and distribution partners.

An intern in this department can expect to learn:

• Gain insight into the asset management industry and the functions of product strategy management and development
• Collaborate effectively with investment product and sales teams
• Develop a strong understanding of how regulatory policies and board governance shape product offerings and influence decision-making across the organization

Key Responsibilities Can Include:

• Assist Product Management and Positioning with product optimization research and board proposals using industry tools and leveraging industry data
• Help Product Strategy with product data reporting and management reporting

• Support product governance committees and track product lifecycle actions across vehicles

Ideal Qualifications:

• Business Marketing or Finance major
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel
• Curious nature with a willingness and eagerness to learn
• Skilled in relationship building and collaboration
• Data analysis expertise

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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 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 35-40 (dependent on state/location) hours per week and earn competitive hourly pay of $26 - $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 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!