Intern, Content and Programming

Position title: Intern, Content and Programming

Location: New York, N.Y (Hybrid)

Reports to: Director, Content & Programming

Program Duration: January 13 – April 9, 2026

Company background:

MFA, 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’s member firms collectively manage a diverse group of investment strategies. Member firms help pension plans, university endowments, charitable foundations, and other institutional investors diversify their investments, manage risk, and generate attractive returns over time.

Essential responsibilities:

• Conduct research on key industry trends and topics within alternative asset management as well as potential speakers for conferences and events
• Support the management of data associated with the programming function, particularly around speaker recruitment and onboarding; help maintain internal databases and tracking documents
• Assist with development and review of content for various marketing channels, including website, email, social media and print ads; ensure content on external channels is accurate and up to date
• Review and edit event collateral and marketing assets to ensure accuracy and quality
• Support the content and programming team with speaker prep-calls, including (but not limited to) scheduling meetings, taking notes, and preparing speaker briefs.
• Support in-person and virtual events, including membership meetings, forums, seminars, and conferences.
• Participate in weekly team meetings
• Develop and present a capstone intern research project

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Communications, economics, public policy, and related programs are preferred.
• Available to work at least 20 hours minimum per week.
• Available to work during MFA’s hybrid hours (9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.), in the NY office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional remote work on Monday and Friday. Daily hours are flexible, but in-person attendance on T/W/Th is required.
• Excellent research skills and meticulous attention to detail, with the ability to synthesize broad and diverse information into clear, compelling narratives.
• Interest in AI and its applications within content development and marketing functions is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented culture that values the importance of being a good teammate, communicator, and partner.
• Demonstrated ability to self-start, think ahead, problem solve, and engage proactively with high professionalism, reliability, and accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong interest in the financial services industry is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with HTML, WordPress, or customer relationship management systems (CRM) is a plus.