Extern, State Government Affairs

SIFMA • New York, NY

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About The Position

SIFMA is currently looking for a Summer Extern with the State Government Affairs department. This position would offer the successful candidate the opportunity to directly engage on 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 providing access to financial industry events and continuing education opportunities. This position is for credit only.

Requirements

• 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).

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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed