At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters – to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.

MFS is a global investment management firm focused on creating long-term value responsibly by doing what’s right for our clients every day. Our rich history dates to 1924, when our founders invented the mutual fund.  Since then, collaboration and innovation have fueled our success. Our unwavering commitment to finding the best, most durable investment opportunities is what sets us apart – and our success is grounded in our unique approach, disciplined philosophy and collaborative culture.

THE ROLE

Joining our team provides opportunities to share your voice and talents, tackle challenging problems, create solutions and collaborate with dedicated co-workers. This Co-op experience provides participants with a meaningful, relevant work experience as part of their academic studies. In addition to daily responsibilities, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a series of structured activities designed to enhance their learning experience including:

• Co-Op New Hire Orientation

• Senior Leadership Speaker Series

• Social & Networking Events

• Presentation Challenges

At the conclusion of this position, co-ops will have increased their knowledge of investing, the mutual fund industry, employee engagement, and a firm understanding of how client services and consultant relations works at an asset manager.

MFS co-op positions are a 6-month commitment, working Monday – Friday (beginning on Wednesday, January 13th through Friday June 25th, 2027), and work between 35-40 hours.  Our program is designed for undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in a co-op program through their college or university and can meet our requirements.

Job Summary

The Client Service and Relationship Management co-op must be highly detailed oriented, willing to work hard, and comfortable managing multiple tasks simultaneously.  Using discretion and judgment the co-op provides assistance to our Product Management, Client Service and Relationship Management teams.  An ideal candidate must be a self-starter, enthusiastic about working with a diverse team, and comfortable assisting those in senior roles.  A candidate should expect to develop numerous useful professional skills including presentation creating/editing, data management, and coordinating client meetings.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Establishes, maintains and enhances administrative policies, projects and procedures pertinent to the division.

• Provides Product Management, Relationship Management, and Client Service with office administration services such as binding presentation materials, updating of databases, and ordering supplies.

• Assist Office Associate with the scheduling and arranging onsite client meetings (presentation materials, refreshments, conference rooms)

• Attend weekly Product Management and Relationship Management team meetings

• Special projects for the department as needed such as CRM updates, PowerPoint presentations, and working in excel. 

• Performs a variety of specialized duties, which may be complex or confidential in nature, to assist teams and ensure smooth and efficient operations

• Performs other duties as required

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Strong interpersonal skills and passion for developing relationships.

• Strong analytical, communication, organizational and project/people management skills. 

• Expertise in spreadsheet, data base and word processing applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment

• Ability to work independently, as well as highly motivated with minimal direction, and must have the ability to meet deadlines.  

Hourly Pay Rate: $21.00-$25.00

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [email protected] for assistance. 

MFS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

#LI-HYBRID

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [email protected] for assistance. 

MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited. Please see the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal document, linked for your reference.