About the role#
This internship provides hands-on exposure to the distribution side of the mutual funds and investment management business. You will work with the Internal Sales Management team and Internal Business Consultants to learn about sales strategies, client engagement, and business development. The role is designed to build your financial literacy and sales acumen while you contribute to projects that support the Internal Sales Desk.
What you'll do#
- Assist with day-to-day operations and ongoing sales projects.
- Conduct research, prepare reports, and track competitive intelligence to support sales strategies.
- Partner with internal teams to coordinate advisor events and manage Continuing Education reporting.
- Participate in roundtable discussions, feedback sessions, and collaborative projects with other summer interns.
- Engage with professionals across the firm to understand investment products, markets, and sales approaches.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Interest in capital markets and sales within the financial services industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and oral communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Previous internship or work experience in sales, finance, or investment management is preferred.
- Ability to prioritize opportunities and focus on high-potential markets or clients.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Manulife
Manulife is an international financial services group based in Toronto. The company operates as Manulife in Canada, Asia, and Europe and as John Hancock in the United States. It manages over 1.3 trillion dollars in assets for approximately 34 million customers. The organization employs more than 34,000 people and works with over 116,000 agents.
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