Associate Programs

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About the program

Our Associate Programs are designed to develop intellectually curious individuals as they begin their careers in asset management. Associates gain hands-on experience, build industry knowledge, and develop their professional skills while contributing to meaningful work within their teams. Associate Programs support early career professionals as they move from education into the workplace and begin developing expertise in a specific area of the business.

Associates work alongside experienced colleagues, take on real responsibilities, and continue learning through practical experience, feedback, and professional development. The structure and duration of each program may vary by business area, location, and recruiting cycle.
Program at a glance

Duration                   Varies by business area, and location
Structure                  Role-based
Participant title       Associate
Available in              Selected locations based on business needs
Recruitment            Varies by location and recruiting cycle
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EXPERIENCE

Build expertise through meaningful work

Take responsibility for assignments that support team and business priorities. Develop practical knowledge of your business area while contributing from the beginning of your career.
DEVELOPMENT

Learn with support

Build professional and technical capabilities through hands-on learning, feedback, coaching, and guidance from experienced colleagues and leaders.
GROWTH

Develop a strong career foundation

Deepen your industry knowledge, expand your professional network, and build the confidence and skills that can support future career opportunities.
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Explore Associate career paths

Associate opportunities may be available across different areas of Franklin Templeton, depending on current business needs.

Sales and Distribution

Learn about client needs, investment solutions, relationship management, and the ways we support our distribution partners.

Investment Management

Build knowledge of investment strategies, markets, research, portfolio support, and related investment processes.

Technology, Data and Analytics

Contribute to technology, data, digital, and analytical initiatives that help teams work effectively and support business innovation.

Operations

Learn how operational teams support investment processes, transactions, clients, data, and the day-to-day delivery of our services.

Corporate Functions

Develop experience in areas such as Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Legal, Compliance, and other functions that support our global organization.
Available career paths vary by recruiting cycle, location, and business need.
Career Opportunities

Who we are looking for

We are looking for early career professionals who are ready to learn, contribute, and take ownership of their development.
You may be a good fit if you:
  • Are intellectually curious and eager to learn
  • Have an interest in asset management or financial services
  • Communicate clearly and work well with others
  • Approach problems thoughtfully and analytically
  • Are comfortable taking responsibility for your work
  • Are open to feedback and new perspectives
  • Want to develop your professional and technical skills
  • Are motivated to contribute to team and business priorities

Qualifications and eligibility requirements vary by program, role, and location. Please review the relevant job posting before applying.
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The recruitment process

  1. Review open Associate opportunities and identify a program that matches your skills, interests, and career goals.
  2. Follow the instructions in the job posting and provide the requested information.
  3. Selected candidates may be invited to interviews, assessments, or conversations with members of the relevant team.
  4. Successful candidates join their team and begin learning about their business area, responsibilities, and development opportunities.
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Hear from our Futures Associates


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Learn from their experiences...

“What has impressed me most is how client-focused the culture is. Being surrounded by people who are both highly knowledgeable and genuinely committed to putting clients first has been one of the most impactful parts of my internship. This experience has taught me that strong relationships, curiosity and a client-first mindset are just as important as technical skills in building a successful career.”
 Mia Intern

Learn from their experiences.

“I challenged myself to meet someone new every week, whether through project meetings or coffee chats. It wasn’t unusual to talk with someone about one topic and end up learning about something completely different. Whether the conversation was about clients, AI, the business or a process I had never seen before, I always walked away with a new perspective.”
Emmanuel Intern
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"The development programs here helped me discover new strengths and provided the support I needed to reach new career heights."
Sophie Andersen, Project Coordinator
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Frequently asked questions

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Futures Associates complete six four-month rotations over two years. Rotations take place across various departments and provide broad exposure to the organization. 

Rotation planning may reflect business needs, available opportunities, and individual development interests. Additional details will be provided during recruitment and onboarding. 

Requirements may vary by role. Curiosity, willingness to learn, and an interest in asset management are important considerations. 
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