At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future – starting with you. Our Investment Management Sales Desk Internship Program is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.

This internship offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to the distribution side of the mutual funds and investment management business. Interns will work closely with Internal Sales Management and Internal Business Consultants (IBCs) to understand sales strategies, client engagement, and business development in financial services. Students will build financial literacy, develop sales acumen, and contribute directly to projects that enhance the effectiveness of John Hancock’s Internal Sales Desk.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist Internal Sales Management and IBCs with day-to-day responsibilities and ongoing projects.

• Conduct research, prepare reports, and maintain competitive intelligence to support sales strategies.

• Partner with internal teams to coordinate advisor events and manage Continuing Education (CE) reporting.

• Participate in roundtable discussions, feedback sessions, and collaborative projects with other summer interns.

• Build financial literacy by engaging with professionals across investment management to understand products, markets, and sales approaches.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related fields

• Demonstrated interest in capital markets and sales within the financial services industry.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Strong written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship or work experience in sales, finance, or investment management.

• Strong relationship management skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• High motivation with ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced setting.

• Creative problem-solving skills with enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

• Ability to prioritize opportunities and strategically focus on high-potential markets or clients.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

• As part of our internship program, you will gain early access to Manulife John Hancock’s premier early talent program, GRO, tailored to graduating students! This program is designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive.  

Application Instructions:   

• Please submit a resume, cover letter and most recent transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted) in one PDF file

• Please note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and successful candidates will be contacted by the end of October.

Salary range is expected to be between:

$39,000.00 USD - $44,850.00 USD

The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. The annual salary will be pro-rated based on the length of the work-term.

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This posting supports an ongoing hiring initiative for existing and/or future vacancies.

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About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].

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