Client Representative Global Shareholder Services Internship
St. Petersburg, FL - USA
Job Summary
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!
Start Your Career in Financial Services
Launch your professional journey with a handson internship at Franklin Templeton a global investment management firm. As a Client Representative Intern within our Global Shareholder Services (GSS) team youll gain realworld experience supporting financial advisors and shareholders while developing valuable skills for a future career in financial services.
This internship is ideal for students who are curious motivated and eager to learn in a collaborative fastpaced environment
Internship Details
Internship Program Dates:
June 8 2026 December 31 2026
Location:
St. Petersburg FL
Must be able to commute to the office TuesdayThursday
Training Schedule (Approx. 3 Weeks):
Global training program MondayFriday 9:30 a.m.5:30 p.m. EST
Work Schedule:
Hybrid model
Inoffice: TuesdayThursday
Optional remote work: Monday & Friday
Flexible hours between 8:30 a.m.5:00 p.m. local time
Hours Commitment:
Summer (JuneAugust): Up to 37.5 hours per week
Fall (SeptemberDecember): Minimum of 15 hours per week based on academic availability
Remote work may be considered during the Fall semester depending on location
What Youll Do
As a Client Representative Intern youll gain exposure to the investment management industry while supporting real client interactions. You will:
- Learn the fundamentals of the mutual fund and investment services industry
- Develop knowledge of Franklin Templetons products services and operations
- Communicate professionally with financial advisors and shareholders
- Execute financial and nonfinancial transactions accurately and compliantly
- Deliver highquality confidential and customerfocused service
- Participate in comprehensive training mentoring and ongoing coaching
What Youll Learn:
Interns in Global Shareholder Services gain practical experience in:
- Client communication and relationship management
- Regulatory and compliancedriven financial processes
- Professionalism confidentiality and problemsolving
- Navigating enterprise systems and financial tools
- Working collaboratively within a global organization
Youll be supported every step of the way through structured training peer mentoring and regular feedback from experienced leaders.
Ideal Qualifications:
Successful candidates typically have:
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student
- Interest in financial services or investment management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Comfort learning new systems and technology
No prior financial services experience is requiredjust a willingness to learn.
Our Culture
At Franklin Templeton we believe people do their best work in an environment where they feel supported and included. Our culture is collaborative welcoming and enriched by diverse perspectives from around the world.
We support our employees professionally and personally through wellbeing programs career development resources and a flexible work environmenthelping you grow both on the job and beyond it.
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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 $18 (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!
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 theres 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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Required Experience:
Intern