SPRING 2026 Information Technology Co-ops

At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters – to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.

Information Technology Co-ops

MFS is a global investment management firm focused on creating long-term value responsibly by doing what’s right for our clients every day. Our rich history dates to 1924, when our founders invented the mutual fund.  Since then, collaboration and innovation have fueled our success. Our unwavering commitment to finding the best, most durable investment opportunities is what sets us apart – and our success is grounded in our unique approach, disciplined philosophy and collaborative culture.

THE ROLE

Joining our team provides opportunities to share your voice and talents, tackle challenging problems, create solutions and collaborate with dedicated co-workers. This Co-op experience provides participants with a meaningful, relevant work experience as part of their academic studies. In addition to daily responsibilities, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a series of structured activities designed to enhance their learning experience including:

• Co-Op New Hire Orientation
• Senior Leadership Speaker Series
• Social & Networking Events
• Presentation Challenges

At the conclusion of this position, co-ops will have increased their knowledge of investing, the mutual fund industry, employee engagement, and a firm understanding of how technology works at an asset management company.

MFS co-op positions are a 6-month commitment, working Monday – Friday (July 7th through December 18th, 2026), and work between 35-40 hours. Our program is designed for undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in a co-op program through their college or university and can meet our requirements.  All students must be authorized to work in the United States.

Technology Co-op positions typically available:

• Investment Operations Business Analyst Co-op
• Digital Workflow Automation Co-op
• Investment Data Engineer Co-op
• Software Engineer Co-op

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Performs analysis of business activities to determine business requirements.  Works with business users to understand requirements pertaining to industry, company, and customer needs.
• Works with automated testing team when needed for performance/load testing as well as regression testing. 
• Works to ensure a positive end product for business stakeholders.  Creates and maintains proper training materials and business documentation.
• Supports cross-departmental projects and follows the MFS Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring that all steps of the process have been followed accordingly.
• Identify, analyze and interpret trends in large data sets.
• Maintain documentation and write new procedures when needed.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Pursuing a Bachelors’ degree in a business or computer related field. Aptitude for and comfort with technology is important. MIS concentrations welcome.
• Exposure to or experience with systems support, project management, and analysis in the financial services industry.  Web technologies experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills, as interaction with internal clients as well as a wide range of personalities and skill sets is a part of the job on a daily basis.
• Ability to take initiative, to utilize resources, and to communicate effectively.
• Strong written skills and an ability to simultaneously manage working on multiple projects of varying size and complexity.
• Proven analytical skills and demonstrated ability to take initiative and help with developing creative solutions to meet business needs.
• Experience working in a team, preferably on projects as well as in a support role.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Tools: Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Visio a plus.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [email protected] for assistance. 

MFS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

The base pay range for this position is $23-26/hour

#LI-HYBRID

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [email protected] for assistance. 

MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited. Please see the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal document, linked for your reference.