Futures Program

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About the program

The two-year Futures Program is designed to develop intellectually curious individuals as they begin their careers in asset management. Futures Associates complete six four-month rotations across various departments.

The Futures Program gives you the opportunity to experience different areas of Franklin Templeton before continuing along a longer-term career path.
During the program, you will work with different teams, contribute to meaningful assignments, and develop a broader understanding of our business. Each rotation offers a new opportunity to learn, build relationships, and discover where your interests and strengths could take you.

Program at a glance

Duration                   2 years
Rotations                  6 × 4 months
Participant title       Futures Associate
Program tracks        Investment, Marketing, and Distribution
Available in              New York, SanMateo, Edinburgh, London
Recruitment            End of August to December
Mentorship              Franklin Templeton leader assigned

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ROTATIONS

Six four-month rotations

Futures Associates complete six four-month rotations across various departments, gaining exposure to the full breadth of our business.
DEPTH

Build lasting relationships

In each rotation, associates gain a deeper understanding of our products, clients and firm-wide goals while building lasting relationships and contributing to the success of their team.
GROWTH

Explore career paths

The rotational structure offers a variety of comprehensive experiences, encouraging associates to develop a wide range of skills and explore various career paths within their aligned strategic focus.
Career Opportunities

Who we are looking for

The Futures Program is intended for final-year students and recent graduates who are curious, adaptable, and motivated to begin a career in asset management. 
  • Currently in the final year of undergraduate or postgraduate study, or graduated within the last 12 months 
  • Comfortable adapting to new teams and responsibilities 
  • Collaborative and able to build relationships 
  • Analytical and thoughtful when approaching challenges 
  • Willing to take ownership of work and development 
     
Eligibility requirements may vary by role and location. Review the relevant job posting before applying. 

The recruitment process

  1. Explore available Futures roles and identify an opportunity that matches your interests, qualifications, and location.
  2. Submit your application and provide the information requested in the job posting.
  3. Selected candidates may be invited to interviews or additional assessments to learn more about the program and meet members of our team.
  4. Successful candidates join the program and prepare for their first rotation.

Hear from our Futures Associates


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

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. 

Stay connected

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