The mission of the SEC is to protect investors; maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets; and facilitate capital formation. The SEC strives to promote a market environment that is worthy of the public's trust.

The SEC is looking for the best and brightest to help strengthen their team in order to better serve as the investor's advocate. The Securities and Exchange Commission is currently seeking qualified applicants for numerous positions. Positions are located in SEC’s Washington, DC headquarters and in 11 regional offices in the United States.

Investing in your career

If a rewarding career alongside talented people at an innovative organization with a core set of values guiding its mission is appealing to you, look no further. Named as one of the best places to work in government, the Securities and Exchange Commission is changing the face of the federal workplace with fresh talent and creative ideas. Check out why these employees love coming to work each day. 

A career with the Securities and Exchange Commission offers . . .

• Work that is exciting, challenging and meaningful.
• Experience working on cutting edge issues and an opportunity to make a difference for investors in America.
• Careers that broaden and deepen your already accomplished knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Opportunity to contribute to the future of investing in the United States.
• A challenging environment to work and learn with the nation's experts.
• Benefits, compensation, training, career expansion and a balance with your personal life.