At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified 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 that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements.

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

Department Title: Undergrad Intern – Global Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Location: The intern candidate must be able to work remotely from the following locations, or optionally commute into the office on a weekly basis in either Baltimore, MD, Boston, MA, or Stamford, CT.  

Position Summary: 

The seven-person Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Franklin Templeton cultivates an inclusive environment at the firm and fosters a culture that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work. Our role is to support the advancement of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion across our global organization.

Our approach to DE&I is defined by our enterprise-wide DE&I goals, pillars, focus, and strategic imperatives – you will be working in support of these during your time with the team. This includes:

• Supporting our People – initiatives or programs that support our objective to diversify our leadership pipeline by attracting, developing and retaining underrepresented talent

• Supporting inclusive Practices – initiatives or programs that build an inclusive workplace and seek to establish and integrate inclusive and equitable human resource practices

• Supporting our Public commitment to DE&I – through the creation of strategic partnerships which provide additional access to opportunities in across the investment management industry

Key Responsibilities Can Include:

• Collaborate on the design and implementation of inclusive leadership training programs, toolkits and learning materials for employees and senior leaders to embed inclusive leadership practices in their teams.
• Conduct analysis of the results of workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion surveys and highlight themes and recommendations for the company to address.
• Conduct research on regional DE&I trends, policies, regulatory requirements and market research on DE&I in financial services, to support the development of localized DE&I strategies.
• Support DE&I team with event planning and execution for workshops, speaker series, recruiting and volunteer events, and leadership forums.
• Develop internal communications, content, and engagement plan (e.g., newsletters, social media, presentations) to promote DE&I programs and awareness.
• Support additional projects and initiatives as assigned, ensuring flexibility to contribute to evolving priorities within the DE&I team.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Good interpersonal skills – ability to collaborate with stakeholders and represent the DE&I team professionally.
• Passion for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – strong interest in advancing DE&I within a corporate environment.
• Analytical & research skills – ability to gather insights, analyze data, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Effective verbal & written communication – ability to craft reports, presentations, and communicate ideas clearly.
• Project management & organizational skills – ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Adaptability & problem-solving skills – ability to navigate challenges and find creative solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite – familiarity with Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools.
• Global & cultural awareness or interest in learning– understanding of regional DE&I considerations and cultural nuances.
• Eagerness to learn and a desire to be a team player – proactive mindset with a willingness to take on new challenges

Ready to make moves? Apply today!

When applying, please be sure to attach your resume. Applications without a resume file attachment will not be reviewed.

Due to the large volume of applications anticipated, we may not be able to personally contact every applicant. If you are interested in applying to more than one Franklin Templeton internship, please apply for other internships that pique your interest.

Compensation Range: This is a full-time internship where students will work approximately 37.5-40 hours per week and earn competitive hourly pay of $26 - $30 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. 

What makes Franklin Templeton unique?

We believe that being a good corporate citizen is good business. To us, corporate citizenship means being accountable, serving our clients, being an employer of choice, managing our environmental impact, and supporting our communities. An emphasis on corporate citizenship is embedded in our culture, and is an important element of how we achieve success.

We are also committed to your learning and development with resources focused around Experience, Exposure, and Education, to help you achieve your professional development goals.

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and existing 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. We invite you to visit us at Franklin Templeton Careers to learn more about our company, career opportunities and recruitment process.

Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation to search for, or apply for, one of our positions please send an email to accommodations@FranklinTempleton.com . In your email, please include the accommodation you are requesting and the job title and job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only requests for accommodations will receive a response.

Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!