University Intern in International Financial Affairs

About the job

Bern, Switzerland (and remote work) | 80-100% |

What you can contribute to

• Participation in regulatory projects and report writing
• Assessment of international regulatory developments and support regarding their implementation in Swiss financial market regulation, as well as participation in drafting contributions for international organisations
• Analysis of specialised literature on financial markets, financial market regulation and financial stability
• Support in drafting documents and reports for the Federal Council, Parliament and the general public concerning developments in the international financial sector

What makes you unique

• University degree at bachelor or master level, preferably in economics, law or international relations, or a university degree demonstrably related to these disciplines
• Knowledge of the financial system and interest in complex national and international economic policy issues
• Strong analytical and writing skills, ability to think systemically
• Initiative and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary work
• Good command of two official languages as well as English, both spoken and written

In a few words

Are you interested in the Swiss financial centre, its stability, security and capacity for innovation? Would you like to participate in financial market regulation and the development of Swiss positions within international bodies? We offer you an insight into current financial market topics, including fintech, cybersecurity, insurance regulation and financial market infrastructures, at the crossroads of economics, politics and law.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allow us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints.
• Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits

The SFI for Switzerland

The State Secretariat for International Financial Matters (SFI) is responsible for coordinating and strategically managing international financial, monetary and fiscal affairs and defending Switzerland's interests in these areas. It is also responsible for developing the policy and regulatory framework for financial markets and the Swiss tax centre.

Additional information

Application deadline: 15.11.2026 (midnight).
The university degree must have been obtained no more than 18 months before starting the position.
Please apply via our application management system. To do so, please click on "To apply".

Questions about the position

Paul Inderbinen
Deputy Head of the Financial System and Financial Markets Division
+41 58 48 49228

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