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U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission

The CFTC Established in 1974, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulates the derivatives markets. Derivatives markets are the financial markets for instruments such as futures, swaps, and options contracts, which are derived from other forms of assets. The CFTC aims to foster open, competitive, and financially sound derivatives markets. CFTC Opportunities for Students The ever-evolving financial markets provide an excellent foundation for you to begin an exciting and fulfilling career.

The CFTC has opportunities for students and recent graduates to experience the agency’s scope of work and culture. The Pathways Internship Program provides a dynamic training and mentoring program to jumpstart your career, and it can be a direct pipeline to full-time employment. If you aspire to make a difference and are interested in finance, accounting, information technology, economics, or the legal field, consider joining the CFTC to launch your career. More About the CFTC The CFTC is led by a Chairman and four Commissioners with 12 operating divisions and offices including the Division of Enforcement, the Division of Market Oversight, and the Market Participants Division. These groups work together to ensure that market participants can use the vital derivatives markets with confidence. The CFTC is committed to being the global standard for robust derivatives regulation by ensuring it is responsive to emerging technologies and trends including digital asset commodities and Environmental, Social, and Governance Investing.

At the CFTC, you’ll find an inclusive and welcoming culture, where all employees feel valued, safe, empowered, and respected. Led by the Office of Minority and Women Inclusion, the CFTC embeds diversity and inclusion into its daily operations from attracting great employees to developing purposeful strategies.

The CFTC has locations in Chicago, Kansas City, New York and Washington, D.C. (Headquarters)

Sep 07, 2023
Full time
Attorney Advisor
$84,403 - $171,194 yearly
U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission
**This position is open 08/16/2024** Duties ***This is an open continuous announcement to fill multiple positions as they become available.  Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis for the duration of this announcement*** Positions may be placed in any of the Commissions’ Operating Division/Offices, located at Headquarters in Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; and/or Kansas City, MO offices. Divisions may include but not limited to the following offices: Division of Clearing Risk Division of Enforcement Division of Market Oversight Market Participants Division Office of General Counsel For more information on the Operating Offices/Divisions, please visit:  CFTC Organization | CFTC The incumbent will perform as a Junior Attorney to gain experience working on complex legal matters and policy initiatives relating to commodity derivatives law.  With supervisory support, and depending on the assigned division or office, duties may include:...
Sep 07, 2023
Full time
Trial Attorney
$84,403 - $171,194 yearly
U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission Telework eligible Yes—We are currently operating under a remote posture, if selected, you will be required to follow Return to Work policies and procedures.
**This position is open until June 28, 2024** Duties As a Trial Attorney, you may join one of two well-respected Divisions; serving on a team responsible for supporting the Act and Regulations adopted by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Selections may be made in The Office of General Counsel (OGC) or The Division of Enforcement (DOE). The Division of Enforcement is responsible for conducting investigations and enforcement activities pursuant to the provisions of the Commodity Exchange Act (Act) and the rules and regulations adopted by the Commission thereunder (Regulations). These include investigating suspected violations of said statute, rules, and regulations, conducting administrative proceedings before the Commission itself, and conducting civil actions in federal district courts including injunctive and subpoena enforcement actions. This position is located in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). OGC represents the Commission in the U.S. District...