2025 Summer Internship - Compliance

As a Summer Intern in Compliance at Sixth Street, you will play an integral role in supporting various compliance projects. Your responsibilities will include assisting with regulatory filings, maintaining filing records, performing paralegal work under attorney supervision, and helping to resolve compliance matters. You'll also gather data for special projects and work closely with diverse teams to ensure our compliance obligations are met effectively.

To qualify for the 2025 Summer Internship - Compliance at Sixth Street, candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited program and expected to graduate by Winter 2025 or Spring 2026. An excellent academic record is crucial, with a GPA expected on the resume. While prior experience at a law firm or financial services institution is preferred, it is not required. The ideal candidate will also exhibit a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit.

The 2025 Summer Internship - Compliance program at Sixth Street is structured around a comprehensive 10-week experience. Interns will engage with the Compliance team, participate in hands-on projects, and gain insight into the operational aspects of regulatory compliance. The program also emphasizes learning and professional development, ensuring interns are well-equipped for their future careers.

Interns in the 2025 Summer Internship - Compliance at Sixth Street will be involved in various projects, including assisting with routine compliance filings, helping to organize legal records, and gathering information for special compliance-related initiatives. You may also have the opportunity to assist in building regulatory filing processes and guides, providing a valuable learning experience about the complexities of compliance in the financial services sector.

To apply for the 2025 Summer Internship - Compliance at Sixth Street, you’ll need to submit your application through our careers page. Ensure you include your resume that highlights your academic achievements, relevant coursework, and any prior experience—if applicable. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so be sure to apply early to secure your chance at this exciting opportunity!

When answering this question, focus on your interest in regulatory frameworks and the role compliance plays in ethical business practices. Express your passion for helping organizations adhere to laws and regulations, and highlight any relevant coursework or experiences that sparked your interest in this field.

For this question, provide a specific example from your academic or previous work experiences that underscores your attention to detail. Describe the situation, your approach, the steps you took to ensure accuracy, and the positive outcome, demonstrating your reliability in compliance-related tasks.

Share a past experience where you successfully managed tight deadlines. Explain your time management strategies, prioritization skills, and how you maintained quality under pressure. This shows that you can thrive in a fast-paced environment like the one at Sixth Street.

Research Sixth Street's operations and understand their commitment to regulatory compliance. Discuss specific aspects of their business model that you find interesting, like their emphasis on cross-platform collaboration and ethical practices. This will show your enthusiasm and dedication to becoming a contributing member of their team.

Highlight a group project or a team situation where you made significant contributions. Discuss your role, how you collaborated with others, any challenges you faced, and the final results. Emphasizing teamwork is key, as Sixth Street values collaboration highly.

Discuss your organizational methods, such as using digital tools or planners to track tasks and deadlines. Provide a specific example of how your organization significantly impacted a project. This answer reflects your preparedness for managing compliance-related documentation and tasks.

Define integrity in your own words, emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior and accountability in compliance roles. Mention specific scenarios where you demonstrated integrity, and show how you align with Sixth Street's core values.

Discuss key skills such as attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication. Relate your academic and practical experiences to these skills, discussing how they will help you navigate the complexities of compliance in a financial context.

Explain your process for researching and assimilating new information. You can mention using reliable resources, collaborating with mentors or professionals, and applying the knowledge in practical scenarios. This demonstrates your proactive approach to ensuring comprehensive compliance understanding.

Summarize your unique skills, experiences, and attitudes that make you an outstanding fit for the internship. Tailor your answer to reflect your determination, teamwork, and passion for compliance, reinforcing why you would be a valuable addition to Sixth Street’s Compliance team.