University Intern - International Financial Affairs

About the job

Bern, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-100% |

How you can contribute

• Participation in regulatory projects and in drafting reports
• Assessment of international regulatory developments and support regarding implementation in Swiss financial market regulation as well as collaboration on submissions for international organisations
• Analysis of specialist literature on financial markets, financial market regulation and financial stability
• Support in preparing documents and reports for the Federal Council, Parliament and the public on developments in the international financial sector

What makes you unique

• University degree at Bachelor or Master level, preferably in economics, law, international relations or a degree with proven links to these fields
• Knowledge of the financial system and interest in challenging national and international economic policy issues
• Strong analytical and editorial skills, ability to think holistically
• Initiative and enjoyment of interdisciplinary work
• Good knowledge of two official languages as well as English, both spoken and written

In a nutshell

Are you interested in Switzerland as a financial centre, its stability, security and innovative strength? Do you want to contribute to financial market regulation and the development of Swiss positions in international bodies? We offer insight into current financial market topics, especially fintech, cybersecurity, insurance regulation and financial market infrastructures at the interface of business, politics and law.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success model of Switzerland and work for the benefit of the population.
• Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our skills and bring in different perspectives.
• Healthy workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.

All benefits

The SIF for Switzerland

The State Secretariat for International Financial Matters (SIF) is responsible for coordination and strategic leadership in international financial, tax and monetary matters and represents Switzerland's interests in these areas abroad. It develops the basis for financial market policy, financial market regulation and Switzerland as a tax location.

Additional information

Application deadline: 15.11.2026 (midnight).
The degree must not be older than 18 months at the start of employment.
Please apply via our application management system. Click on "Apply now" to do so.

Questions about the position

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

Questions about the application