Legal Intern — Regulatory Affairs
Position Overview
Internship Description
Legal Intern — Regulatory Affairs — Securities Commission Malaysia
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) is offering internship positions in its Legal and Regulatory Affairs Division in Kuala Lumpur. This programme provides law students with practical exposure to securities regulation, capital market enforcement, and corporate governance oversight at Malaysia's capital market regulator.
What You Will Do
- Assist in reviewing corporate proposals, prospectuses, and disclosure documents submitted to the SC
- Conduct research on securities law, corporate governance, and Islamic capital market regulations
- Support the enforcement team with case research and document review
- Assist in preparing policy papers and regulatory guidelines
- Attend regulatory briefings and SC committee meetings as an observer
- Prepare research reports on comparative capital market regulation across ASEAN jurisdictions
Duration
3-6 months (flexible). This is a paid internship open to penultimate and final year law students. Interns gain invaluable regulatory experience that enhances their career prospects in securities law and compliance.
Responsibilities
Legal Intern — Regulatory Affairs — Securities Commission Malaysia
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) is offering internship positions in its Legal and Regulatory Affairs Division in Kuala Lumpur. This programme provides law students with practical exposure to securities regulation, capital market enforcement, and corporate governance oversight at Malaysia's capital market regulator.
What You Will Do
- Assist in reviewing corporate proposals, prospectuses, and disclosure documents submitted to the SC
- Conduct research on securities law, corporate governance, and Islamic capital market regulations
- Support the enforcement team with case research and document review
- Assist in preparing policy papers and regulatory guidelines
- Attend regulatory briefings and SC committee meetings as an observer
- Prepare research reports on comparative capital market regulation across ASEAN jurisdictions
Duration
3-6 months (flexible). This is a paid internship open to penultimate and final year law students. Interns gain invaluable regulatory experience that enhances their career prospects in securities law and compliance.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an LL.B. programme at a recognised university (penultimate or final year)
- Interest in securities regulation, capital markets, or corporate governance
- Minimum CGPA of 3.0 or equivalent academic standing
- Strong research, analytical, and writing skills in English
- Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia
- Malaysian citizen or permanent resident
- Available for a minimum 3-month internship
Perks & Benefits
Compensation
RM1,500 - RM2,500/year
Practice Area
Investment Law
Application Contact
Contact: Securities Commission Malaysia Internship Coordinator
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time