Intern, Sponsorship and Membership

Position title: Intern, Business Systems and Corporate EventsLocation: New York, N.Y (Hybrid)Reports to: Managing Director, Sponsorships and ConferencesSummer 2025 (May 20 - July 24) application closes: March 1, 2025Company background: Managed Funds Association (MFA), based in Washington, D.C., New York City, 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 it, 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 180 fund manager members, including traditional hedge funds, private credit funds, and hybrid funds, that employ a diverse set 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 throughout the economic cycle.Essential Responsibilities:Provide research support on prospective service provider sponsors in connection with MFA conference offering utilizing databases, industry awards and competing conferences. Update sponsor prospect database with key details and insights through industry research. Draft and update sponsorship marketing materials for 2026 MFA conference series. Create sponsorship proposals and contracts for committed and prospective 2026 conference sponsors. Assist with membership reporting needs including engagement, pipeline, onboarding and offboarding. Support client relationship management system and data needs. Qualifications: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Business, finance, and/or Marketing programs are preferred. Available to work during MFA's hybrid hours (9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.), in the DC office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with remote work on Monday and Friday. Possess a strong interest in the financial services industry, as well as marketing or event reporting. Possess strong time management abilities and the capacity to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. 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 and ability to manage multiple and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Created: 2025-02-20