What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, People & Culture position at MFA?
Position title: Intern, People & Culture
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Reports to: Vice President, People & Culture
Summer (May 20 – July 24) application closes: March 1, 2024
Company 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:
- Assist with the planning and execution of employee programs such as performance management, learning and development, and MFA’s internship program.
- Provide the Operations team with administrative support and special projects (e.g., scheduling meetings, documenting processes, office management, etc.).
- Assist with the planning and execution of company events.
- Assist with preparing presentations and reports, as needed.
- Partner with P&C team on special projects as needed.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. human resources, organizational development, business, management, or other related 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 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.
