Global Public Relations - Undergrad Intern
At Franklin Templeton, we're advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that's both broad and unique. And our welcoming, respectful and inclusive culture provides opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!
2026 Undergraduate Summer Intern - Job Posting
Department Title: Undergrad Intern - Global Corporate Communications
Please read before applying:
Eligibility - The candidate must be an undergraduate rising Junior (graduating December 2027 or May 2028) or Rising Senior (graduating December 2026 or May 2027).
Start Date: All interns must start in office and in person on June 8, 2026.
Anticipated End Date: August 14, 2026 - All interns must be in office and in person on their last day to return equipment. Interns must be located in the same location throughout the duration of their internship and are prohibited from returning laptop/equipment to a different office location or shipping their equipment back.
Position Summary:
A Global Corporate Communications Intern at Franklin Templeton will split their time between several areas of the business: Public Relations, Internal Communications and the Ambassador Program.
Internal Communications
The Internal Communications team drives employee engagement and strategic alignment across the firm, translating business priorities into clear, compelling storytelling.
The intern may support:
• Drafting and editing internal articles, announcements, and leadership messages
• Supporting content development for firmwide events (e.g., webcasts, All-Employee Meetings)
• Research and coordination for executive interviews and features
• Formatting and publishing content on the firm's intranet
• Tracking engagement metrics and preparing summary reports
• Coordinating cross-functional storytelling initiatives
Ambassador Program
The Ambassador Program elevates senior leaders as authentic voices of the firm across media, social, and internal platforms.
The intern may assist with:
• Researching background materials to support executive positioning
• Drafting social media copy and internal features
• Supporting the development of briefing materials for speaking engagements and interviews
• Tracking ambassador activity and engagement metrics
Public Relations
The Public Relations team seeks to positively position Franklin Templeton in the media as the premier global investment management organization with its experienced team of respected investment managers, comprehensive line of top-performing investment solutions and strong brand presence. The intern may assist with:
• Identifying daily pertinent news coverage to share internally
• Drafting media pitches
• Drafting and editing press releases, talking points and Q&A documents
• Interacting with the internal Public Relations team and external PR agencies on media pitching and spokesperson coordination
Franklin Templeton's News Room can be found here.
Team Culture:
The team operates across multiple geographies, providing a unique opportunity to engage with a variety of cultures, stakeholders, and communication styles.
Collaboration is at the heart of the team's culture. Members frequently share ideas, provide constructive feedback, and celebrate each other's successes. A strong sense of camaraderie ensures everyone feels supported.
The team frequently interacts with senior executives to refine key messages and CSR priorities.
A Global Corporate Communications Intern at Franklin Templeton can expect to learn:
• Employee engagement and internal communications strategies
• External communications and media relations strategies, including how to identify news hooks, pitch reporters, manage media requests and work with company spokespeople
• Daily media coverage monitoring
• Drafting and editing press releases, talking points and Q&A documents
• Internal communications tools, including email campaigns and employee communication platforms, like SharePoint and Yammer/Viva Engage
• Working with global teams across multiple regions and geographies
• Media training techniques
Ideal Qualifications:
• Curiosity and interest in a broad range of topics, including current events, financial markets, climate and sustainability, and diversity and inclusion
• Creative thinking skills with the ability to identify and craft compelling messaging
• Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively as well as independently
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects for different teams at once while adhering to deadlines
Ready to make moves? Apply today!
Please be sure to attach your resume when submitting your application. Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to each applicant individually. If you're interested in more than one internship, we encourage you to apply to all positions that align with your interests.
This is a full-time internship where students will work approximately 35-37.5 (dependent on state/location) hours per week and earn competitive hourly pay of $28-$30 (dependent on location and function) 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.
At Franklin Templeton, we're advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic 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 provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!
Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and 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.
If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment 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 or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the 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 accommodation requests will receive a response.
