Government Affairs (Spring Session) at MFA in Washington, DC

Company Description

The Managed Funds Association, based in Washington, DC, New York, and Brussels, represents the global alternative asset management industry. MFA’s mission is to advance the ability of alternative asset managers to raise capital, invest, and generate returns for their beneficiaries. MFA advocates on behalf of its membership and convenes stakeholders to address global regulatory, operational, and business issues. MFA’s more than 160 member firms collectively manage nearly $2 trillion across a diverse group of investment strategies.

Job Description

Position Title: Government Affairs Intern

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Reports to: Vice President, U.S. Government Affairs

Applications being accepted for the 2024 Winter, Summer, and Fall sessions

How to Apply: Upload your resume and a letter that shares why you are interested in interning with us. Additionally, please indicate which cohort sessions (indicating most to least preferred) you are interested in joining. Note- current college major/minor must relate to the role you are applying to.

Company Background: The Managed Funds Association, based in Washington, DC, New York, Brussels, and London, represents the global alternative asset management industry. MFA’s mission is to advance the ability of alternative asset managers to raise capital, invest, and generate returns for their beneficiaries. MFA advocates on behalf of its membership and convenes stakeholders to address global regulatory, operational, and business issues. MFA has more than 170 member firms, including traditional hedge funds, credit funds, and crossover funds, that collectively manage nearly $2.2 trillion across a diverse group of investment strategies. Member firms help pension plans, university endowments, charitable foundations, and other institutional investors to diversify their investments, manage risk, and generate attractive returns over time.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Monitor, and compose summaries of Congressional hearings, agency meetings, and think tank policy events.
• Monitor recently introduced legislation as well as track progress of existing bills.
• Assist in the drafting of communications to MFA membership, including real-time legislative updates, analysis to MFA members, and MFA website updates.
• Participate in weekly Policy team meetings, in addition to any other relevant MFA committee events.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate business, politics, or public policy program
• Possess a strong interest in the financial services industry, as well as financial services policies in the U.S.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and time management skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Possess strong time management abilities and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

How to Apply: Upload your resume and a letter that shares why you are interested in interning with us. Additionally, please indicate which cohort sessions (indicating most to least preferred) you are interested in joining. Note- current college major/minor must relate to the role you are applying to.