Intern - Global Corporate Actions
Franklin Templeton
At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique.
From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success.
About the department
Global Corporate Actions is a critical function within Franklin Templeton Services, responsible for researching, monitoring, and processing corporate action events for more than 74,000 securities worldwide. The team supports investment decision-making by ensuring corporate actions are analyzed, communicated, and executed accurately to protect clients' interests.
As part of our team, you will gain exposure to global financial markets and collaborate with Portfolio Managers, Traders, Custodians and other business partners across different regions. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn how investment operations support portfolio management while building valuable knowledge of financial markets and corporate actions.
How you will add value
Core Responsibilities
You will assist in managing voluntary corporate actions
You will analyze corporate action events and help assess their impact on investment portfolios.
You will communicate options, risks, and deadlines to stakeholders.
You will cooperate with Portfolio Management, Trading, Legal, Compliance, Tax and Operations teams.
You will maintain accurate records and update internal systems.
You will ensure compliance with market requirements and internal policies.
What will help you be successful in this role
Experience, Education & Certifications
You're a student in your 4th or 5th year of Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Available to work 25-30 hours weekly between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Interest in financial markets and the investment industry is an advantage.
Technical Skills
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Good command of written and spoken English.
Soft Skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
Collaborative approach and ability to work independently and with international teams.
High level of accountability and reliability in completing assigned tasks.
Willingness to learn and take ownership of assigned tasks.
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to 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.
Franklin Templeton is committed to maintaining an ethical, transparent, and accountable work environment, which contributes to the integrity and success of the organization. We encourage the reporting of any known or suspected violations of national as well as EU laws through appropriate reporting channels available internally and externally. We ensure that whistleblowers who report such breaches are protected from retaliation and provided with safe and confidential reporting mechanisms.