Summer Intern/Co-op 2026 – Affinity Strategy, Product & Distribution

*Please note there are specific application instructions required to be considered for this role** 

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future – starting with you. Our Affinity Strategy, Product & Distribution Internship/Co-op is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark. 

Are you a motivated student eager to gain hands-on experience in strategic planning and business development? The Affinity Team is looking for enthusiastic interns for the Summer 2026 term. Affinity involves creating and managing partnerships with organizations and groups to offer tailored financial products and services, enhancing customer loyalty, and driving business growth. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team focused on analyzing trends, competitive intelligence, and annual planning to identify opportunities for improvement. 

Available Roles for the Summer 2026 Term:  

• Affinity Product
• Affinity Distribution

Please note that your application will be considered for multiple positions within this job posting. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Analyze competitive trends, market gaps with an emphasis on product and digital capabilities. 
• Conduct research using industry reports, competitor product evaluations, and digital process analysis to identify opportunities. 
• Collaborate with marketing and product development teams to gather insights, verify findings, develop product design documents and launch plans. 
• Support annual planning, sales enablement strategies, and auditing processes. 
• Provide regular updates on findings throughout the internship/co-op. 

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Economics, Finance, or related field, interest in the financial industry and related studies. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

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 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:

• Submit your resume, cover letter, academic transcript, and work term evaluation (if any) 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

Hybrid