Summer Intern – Retirement Sales

Manulife

. Learn foundational industry knowledge including investments, financial products, privacy/compliance, and the John Hancock business model .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeAtlanta • Massachusetts • United StatesEntry Level💰 $39,000 - $44,850 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in finance and sales, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM tools like Salesforce. Capable of conducting research, preparing reports, and engaging in client relationship-building within a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In FinanceProficiency In Microsoft Office SuiteFamiliarity With SalesforceStrong Communication SkillsPrior Experience In Financial Services

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Hard Skills

ResearchReport PreparationInvestment KnowledgeSales Systems KnowledgeCRM Tools Proficiency

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsTime Management SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsPositive AttitudeAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceBrightscope BeaconInvestment Comparison Tools

Industry Keywords

Financial ProductsPrivacy ComplianceClient EngagementNetworkingProfessional Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Learn foundational industry knowledge including investments, financial products, privacy/compliance, and the John Hancock business model
Train on 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
Engage in professional development workshops and receive coaching from sales leaders and the L&D team
Build practical knowledge of investments and sales systems while expanding organizational networks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance, Sales, Business Administration or related fields
Strong academic performance and genuine interest in pursuing a career in finance or sales post-graduation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
Submit a resume, cover letter, and most recent transcript; unofficial transcripts accepted
Prior internship, co-op, or work experience in financial services, sales, or client-facing roles (preferred)
Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce or other sales enablement platforms (preferred)
Demonstrated leadership experience through prior roles, campus involvement, or extracurricular activities (preferred)
Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and adapt in a fast-paced environment (preferred)
Positive attitude, enthusiasm for client engagement, and strong relationship-building skills (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment supporting well-being and inclusion
Professional development workshops and coaching from sales leaders and the L&D team
Networking sessions with subject matter experts across departments
Early access to Manulife John Hancock’s GRO early talent program
Career support, structure, and growth opportunities
Annual salary pro-rated based on the length of the work-term