What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extern, State Government Affairs position at SIFMA?
SIFMA is currently looking for an extern for the Fall 2026 semester with the State Government Affairs department. This position would offer the successful candidate the opportunity to directly engage on the State and Local issues of highest priority to the securities industry and its investors, as well as the opportunity to meet and communicate with representatives from member firms, outside counsel in many states, and conference speakers and attendees—as well as continuing education opportunities. This position is for credit only.
Responsibilities:
· Monitoring and tracking state and local legislative, regulatory and public policy initiatives.
· Researching and analyzing legislative and regulatory proposals.
· Supporting the education of industry regulators, legislators, executive officials, and staff, regarding the current legal framework and practices governing the securities industry and its investors.
· Producing internal memoranda on existing laws and pending legislation.
· Researching and drafting legal summaries, position papers/statements, and hearing testimony.
Qualifications:
· Be a 2L, 3L, LL.M., or S.J.D. student.
· Have a background or interest in regulatory law, administrative law, securities law, or statutory construction.
· Have a working knowledge of or interest in the legislative process (state knowledge/background preferred).
About us:
SIFMA is the leading trade association for broker-dealers, investment banks and asset managers operating in the U.S. and global capital markets. On behalf of our industry's one million employees, we advocate on legislation, regulation and business policy affecting retail and institutional investors, equity and fixed income markets and related products and services. We serve as an industry coordinating body to promote fair and orderly markets, informed regulatory compliance, and efficient market operations and resiliency. We also provide a forum for industry policy and professional development. SIFMA, with offices in New York and Washington, D.C., is the U.S. regional member of the Global Financial Markets Association (GFMA). For more information, visit http://www.sifma.org.
How to apply:
Please apply directly via our Careers Site.
SIFMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages interested individuals to apply.