The Geopolitical Policy Strategist Internship offers a unique opportunity at the intersection of geopolitics and financial markets within a leading institutional hedge fund. As a member of BAM’s Global Affairs team, you will collaborate directly with the Chief Global Affairs Officer and subject matter experts across the firm. This internship is designed for individuals passionate about understanding how geopolitical developments shape market dynamics and investment strategies.
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing BAM’s strategic priorities by identifying and analyzing market-moving geopolitical events, conducting in-depth policy research, and developing frameworks to monitor and quantify geopolitical risk across asset classes. You will also gain exposure to high-level decision-making processes, contribute to the firm’s understanding of regulatory and policy shifts, and help translate complex global narratives into actionable investment insights. This is an exceptional opportunity for intellectually curious, self-driven individuals eager to make an impact at the intersection of policy, markets, and investment strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This role will report to the Chief Global Affairs Officer in New York. The intern will help:
- Identify geopolitical market-moving catalysts
- Conduct deep policy research, market sentiment analysis, and engage in other alternative geopolitical data collection efforts
- Develop frameworks for monitoring geopolitical risk in different assets (equities, fixed income, credit, etc. )
- Monitor market-moving developments in Congress, the Supreme Court, US agencies and regulators
- Synthesize key US and EU regulatory efforts as they relate to the financial and other key sectors
- Outreach to geopolitical expert network
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Local to BAM New York City Office (in person internship opportunity for both winter & summer)
- Availability to intern in a part-time capacity over the winter (20 hours per week from January to May) and fulltime capacity over the summer (June – August)
- May 2027 or May 2028 graduates pursuing a bachelors degree in in political science, government, economic, public policy, PPE, public macro or Finance
- Demonstrated experience in politics / policy through academic studies, internships, research or extracurricular activities ((MUN, debate, federal reserve challenges)
- Understanding of policy implications on businesses and financial markets
- Passion for the intersection between geopolitics and financial markets
- Ability to communicate effectively; excellent reading comprehension and writing skills
- Self-directed and resourceful researcher with ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
- Superior time management skills and quick problem-solving capabilities
- Strong quantitative skills, including probabilistic thinking and scenario analysis