Municipal Surveillance General Obligation Sector Intern - Summer 2026

Position Summary

The General Obligation Municipal Surveillance team at Assured Guaranty is seeking two interns to join us on full-time basis (35 – 40 hours) for 10-weeks during the summer (June to August).  High performers may have the opportunity to return (part-time) during the fall semester. 

This individual will be responsible for the collection, organization, and dissemination of both quantitative and qualitative data.  All information will be used by the group’s analysts for surveillance reviews, reports and presentations. 

Job Responsibilities

• Collect and input data from various sources including news articles, financial websites, obligor websites, annual disclosures and financial statements 
• Review financial statements (with a focus on specific funds) and annual disclosures to determine trends in reserves, liquidity and economic conditions  
• Organize information for quick dissemination via the company’s electronic data management system
• Assist analysts with the preparation of monthly sector review presentations

Candidate Background & Qualifications

• Minimum 3.5 GPA 
• Currently enrolled in a 4-year degree program.  Preference will be given to rising Juniors and Sophomores with majors in: Public Administration/Public Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to use various external and internal software, IT systems, and other sources of information (Assured will train you on internal systems)  
• Strong Microsoft Office skills—particularly Excel
• Must be detail oriented, highly organized and able to multi-task 

Compensation

The salary for the position is expected to be from $30 per hour to $32 per hour. The actual salary will depend on various factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience and credentials, salary expectations of applicable candidates, and other applicable market conditions. This position provides a weekly all-firm catered breakfast and lunch (Tuesday and Wednesday) as well as intern-specific meals and events. 

Note: Housing stipend may be available for interns who will be residing outside of the tri-state area (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut) for the duration of the summer internship program (June 2 – August 7).