Summer Intern/Co-op 2026 – General Accounts Global Wealth & Asset Management Program

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future – starting with you. Our General Accounts Global Wealth & Asset Management Program is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.

This is a unique opportunity in Manulife’s General Account (GA) Investment team—a global platform that supports the company’s long-term financial obligations through sophisticated, liability-driven investment strategies. By aligning asset portfolios with product liabilities, this role contributes directly to our mission of delivering sustainable, risk-adjusted returns. Participants will gain exposure to traditional and alternative asset classes, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and hands-on experience in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

You will have the opportunity to work with one or more of the following specialized teams: 

Global Corporate Finance

• Source, underwrite, and monitor public and private debt investment opportunities across multiple currencies.
• Conduct credit analysis on existing and potential borrowers to assess their creditworthiness.
• Gain exposure to North American and European markets through direct investments and emerging economies through Asia-based operations.
• Work in one of the five industry teams gaining insight into the sector (Consumer & Industrial, Financial Institutions, Natural Resources & Sustainable Solutions, Power & Infrastructure or Public Sector)

Real Estate Finance

• Manage commercial mortgage loan portfolios across North America and Asia.
• Participate in origination, servicing, and portfolio management.
• Learn about real assets and structured lending through a network of 14 regional offices.

Global Portfolio Management

• Engage in fixed income portfolio management, FX and liquidity trading, and ESG investing.
• Participate in strategic asset decisions and daily trading operations.
• Develop hands-on experience in sustainable finance and cross-functional collaboration.

Global Asset Liability Management (GALM)

• Align investment strategies with liability profiles across GA and segregated funds.
• Support hedging, strategic asset allocation, and risk modeling.
• Dive deep into financial strategy and enterprise risk management.

Chief Operating Office (COO)

• Drive non-investment strategy and operations across GA Investments.
• Support performance reporting, governance, and technology transformation.
• Ideal for students interested in business operations, analytics, and enterprise strategy.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support investment and operational activities across one or more specialized GA teams.
• Assist in sourcing, underwriting, and monitoring investments across asset classes and geographies.
• Participate in portfolio management, trading operations, and strategic asset allocation.
• Contribute to financial modeling, performance reporting, and governance initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support innovation and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Real Estate, Engineering, or a related field with an anticipated graduation date in Spring 2027.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in investments, financial strategy, or operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Experience with financial modeling or investment analysis.
• Exposure to global markets or alternative asset classes.
• Familiarity with ESG investing or sustainable finance.
• Interest in enterprise strategy or business operations.

When You Join Our Team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. 
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. 
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. 
• As part of our internship program, you will gain early access to Manulife John Hancock’s premier early talent program, GRO, tailored to graduating students! This program is designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive.

Application Instructions:

• Please submit a resume, cover letter and most recent transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted) in one PDF file.

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About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

Working Arrangement

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