Symetra
Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an
Investment Compliance Intern!
About the program
At Symetra, we share a deep commitment in bringing value to underserved communities and people and helping them take steps toward financial freedom. That's our way of describing people that can be and to do what they value. Our interns work on real, meaningful projects that contribute toward our goal, and are an important part of our Symetra community.
The internship duration is 12 weeks, running from May 18 - August 7, 2026.
Company Overview
Symetra Investment Management ("SIM") is a SEC-registered investment advisory firm with approximately $75 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2023. Symetra Financial Corporation ("SFC"), a diversified financial services company with $63.7 billion in assets as of December 31, 2023, headquartered in Bellevue, Washington is the sole shareholder of SIM. SFC is the holding company of Symetra Life Insurance Company ("Symetra Life"), which was founded in 1957, and has insurer financial strength ratings of 'A' by A.M. Best and Standard & Poor's and 'A1' by Moody's. Symetra Life is among the top 40 largest life insurance companies in the United States (based on statutory admitted assets as of December 31, 2022) and has approximately 2.1 million customers and over 2,500 employees nationwide. SFC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, a mutual life insurance company with head offices in Osaka and Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1907, Sumitomo is one of the largest life insurance companies in Japan with $318.4 billion of assets as of March 31, 2024. SIM currently plans to enter the third-party investment management market in the short to intermediate term.
Your responsibilities may include
Drafting or editing of policies, procedures, and committee presentations
Compiling analysis for regulatory filings
Aiding with policy and procedure testing
Assisting the SIM CCO in demonstrating that compliance controls are functioning as designed
Aggregating data needed for legal analysis
Preparing presentations for Management
Other ad-hoc tasks as needed
Your education, experience, and skills
Current students enrolled in college courses or law school - undergraduate students must be of junior or senior status
Relevant majors include Business, Pre-Law, or Finance
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Strong technical/ computer skills - experience with Excel and PowerPoint a must
Demonstrated success in team environment
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to multi-task
What we offer you
We ship you a laptop and any other equipment necessary for a successful internship.
Compensation:
Hourly Range: $22.00-25.00
Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
Internet Type: Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
Not Permissible: Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
Disqualification from the recruitment process
Withdrawal of a job offer
Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our effortshere.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit:careers
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Investment Compliance Intern!
About the program
At Symetra, we share a deep commitment in bringing value to underserved communities and people and helping them take steps toward financial freedom. That's our way of describing people that can be and to do what they value. Our interns work on real, meaningful projects that contribute toward our goal, and are an important part of our Symetra community.
The internship duration is 12 weeks, running from May 18 - August 7, 2026.
Company Overview
Symetra Investment Management ("SIM") is a SEC-registered investment advisory firm with approximately $75 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2023. Symetra Financial Corporation ("SFC"), a diversified financial services company with $63.7 billion in assets as of December 31, 2023, headquartered in Bellevue, Washington is the sole shareholder of SIM. SFC is the holding company of Symetra Life Insurance Company ("Symetra Life"), which was founded in 1957, and has insurer financial strength ratings of 'A' by A.M. Best and Standard & Poor's and 'A1' by Moody's. Symetra Life is among the top 40 largest life insurance companies in the United States (based on statutory admitted assets as of December 31, 2022) and has approximately 2.1 million customers and over 2,500 employees nationwide. SFC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, a mutual life insurance company with head offices in Osaka and Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1907, Sumitomo is one of the largest life insurance companies in Japan with $318.4 billion of assets as of March 31, 2024. SIM currently plans to enter the third-party investment management market in the short to intermediate term.
Your responsibilities may include
Drafting or editing of policies, procedures, and committee presentations
Compiling analysis for regulatory filings
Aiding with policy and procedure testing
Assisting the SIM CCO in demonstrating that compliance controls are functioning as designed
Aggregating data needed for legal analysis
Preparing presentations for Management
Other ad-hoc tasks as needed
Your education, experience, and skills
Current students enrolled in college courses or law school - undergraduate students must be of junior or senior status
Relevant majors include Business, Pre-Law, or Finance
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Strong technical/ computer skills - experience with Excel and PowerPoint a must
Demonstrated success in team environment
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to multi-task
What we offer you
We ship you a laptop and any other equipment necessary for a successful internship.
Compensation:
Hourly Range: $22.00-25.00
Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
Internet Type: Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
Not Permissible: Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
Disqualification from the recruitment process
Withdrawal of a job offer
Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our effortshere.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit:careers
#LI-CM1
#LI-REMOTE