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 DescriptionPosition Title: Sponsorship and Conferences Intern
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
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:
- Assist in developing engaging & relevant content for social media and website.
- Conducting research on industry trends, competitors, and target audiences.
- Reviewing and editing content to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to brand guidelines.
- Liaise with key members on maintaining content calendars, sponsor visibility, concept execution, ensure consistent and timely content publication.
- Participate in weekly team meetings.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a related program.
- Possess excellent communication and time management skills and should have the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable representing the organization at member facing events.
- A background in the finance and events industry is a plus but not required.
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.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a related program
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable representing the organization at member-facing events
- Background in finance and events industry
What We Do
Managed Funds Association (MFA) is the trade association for the global alternative asset management industry. It represents hedge funds, private credit, managed futures, crossover, and other alternative investment firms, advocating for policies that support efficient, transparent, and fair capital markets. MFA also connects members, shares industry knowledge, convenes stakeholders, and helps alternative asset managers raise capital, invest, and generate returns for beneficiaries.
