Global Compliance - Undergrad Intern

Franklin Templeton • New York, NY

1d • $30 - $30

About The Position

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 Compliance Position Summary: The Compliance Intern will be responsible for supporting Compliance Department in the completion of various initiatives related to compliance. Compliance is an excellent entry point into the finance industry, offering a unique perspective on how businesses operate and how regulatory obligations shape decision-making. This role provides exposure to senior leadership and insight into the bigger picture of organizational success. Develop strong interpersonal skills through frequent collaboration and communication with diverse internal stakeholders. Gain a deep understanding of teamwork by seeing how individual contributions drive both personal and company-wide success. Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving abilities by learning to approach challenges logically and strategically while understanding the broader organizational context. Team Culture: The Compliance team is built on trust, collaboration, and continuous growth. We share a clear sense of purpose and values while celebrating individual strengths. Every team member understands their responsibilities and contributes fairly, fostering accountability and teamwork. We maintain an environment of open communication, where ideas and perspectives are welcomed and respected. Our culture encourages learning and development, empowering team members to expand their skills and grow professionally. This commitment to trust and growth drives both our team’s success and the smooth operation of the organization An intern in this department can expect to learn: This internship is designed to provide you with real-world exposure, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to build skills that are highly valued across the financial industry. During your internship, you will: Understand core compliance processes by learning how to meet BSA/AML regulatory requirements, including Know Your Customer (KYC) and Due Diligence procedures. Experience cross-functional collaboration and see how Compliance works closely with Legal, Operations, Technology, Risk, Audit, and Business teams to ensure organizational integrity and regulatory adherence. Develop a strong risk mindset and sharpen your ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively. Enhance problem-solving and conflict management skills, learning how to approach challenges logically and strategically in a fast-paced environment. Gain insight into the bigger picture of how compliance supports business objectives and contributes to the success of the organization.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with a proactive approach to resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Currently enrolled as a junior or senior undergraduate student in a relevant field (e.g., Finance, Business, Economics, or related discipline)
• Demonstrated interest in compliance and the financial industry, with a desire to build a career in this area.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• PC proficient (MS office) and extensive knowledge on performing internet searches.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Transaction Monitoring Manager in evaluating AI vendors FTCI is onboarding for proof-of-concept testing of AI capabilities within the Transaction Monitoring system, particularly case analysis.
• Performing testing of proposed profile changes in GIFTS (FTCI’s transaction monitoring system) to streamline current processes.
• Enhancing employee communications review for Fiduciary staff by incorporating additional keywords based on recent Fiduciary events
• Participate in remediation and streamline initiatives.
• Perform due diligence on new and existing clients.
• Review KYC forms and supporting documentation on imaging system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern