Summer Intern 2027 - Retirement Sales

Manulife • Boston, MA

5h • $39,000 - $44,850 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Retirement Sales Internship Program offers students an immersive professional learning experience in retirement sales at John Hancock. The program is designed to develop future talent by exposing interns to sales strategy, financial products, and client engagement while they work alongside Internal Sales leadership and business partners. Interns gain practical knowledge of investments and sales systems, develop professional skills, and build networks across the organization. The internship also provides early access to Manulife John Hancock’s GRO early talent program, tailored to graduating students.

The position is hybrid. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and most recent transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted) together in one PDF file. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and successful candidates will be contacted by the end of October. The expected annual salary range is $39,000 to $44,850 USD, prorated according to the length of the work term. Actual salary may vary based on local market conditions, geography, and job-related factors.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance, Sales, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong academic performance and a genuine interest in pursuing a career in finance or sales after graduation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship, co-op, or work experience in financial services, sales, or client-facing roles.
• Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce or other sales enablement platforms.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through prior roles, campus involvement, or extracurricular activities.
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude, enthusiasm for client engagement, and strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn foundational industry knowledge, including investments, financial products, privacy and compliance, and the John Hancock business model.
• Train on core sales systems, including Salesforce, Brightscope Beacon, investment comparison tools, and other prospecting resources.
• Support retirement sales divisions by conducting research, preparing reports, and contributing to internal projects.
• Participate in networking sessions with subject matter experts across National Accounts, Investments, Marketing, and Product.
• Take part in professional development workshops and receive coaching from sales leaders and the L&D team.

Benefits

• Flexible environment that supports well-being and inclusion.
• Access to Manulife John Hancock’s GRO early talent program, tailored to graduating students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern