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    Managed Funds Association

    Financial Services

    Communications Intern (Spring Session)

    Washington, United StatesOn-SiteInternshipPosted 3w ago
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    Job description

    Position Title: Communications Intern

    Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)

    Reports to: Vice President, Communications

    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 report on online news, social media, and relevant commentary for breaking stories in the financial industry.
    • Assist in the creation and compilation of research materials for MFA publications and website updates.
    • Provide coverage highlights of Congressional hearings, regulatory meetings, and other events driving news in the financial sector.
    • Collaborate with the MFA Communications team to ensure all Association documents are current and accurately reflect industry statistics and trends.
    • Assist with social media management, including content creation and scheduling.
    • Assist in maintaining up-to-date press lists and communication archives.

      Qualifications:

      • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an economics, public policy, communications, or related program.
      • Have experience producing detail-oriented research projects.
      • Have familiarity with social media and digital platforms, such as LinkedIn.
      • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
      • Possess strong time management abilities and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.

      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.

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      Managed Funds Association

      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.

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