Summer 2025 Intern, Cross Policy Integration and Secretariat - Division of Supervision and Regulation

Position Description

Minimum Education

Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship.

Minimum Experience

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Summary

The Federal Reserve Board (Board) provides students opportunities for career success. The Board's Internship program is designed to provide valuable work experience for undergraduate and graduate students considering careers including, but not limited to, economics, finance and accounting, information systems, and data analysis. The Board believes that by combining academic endeavors with project-related work experience, qualified and capable college students can gain the practical knowledge need in a competitive global job market. Internships are paid positions with salaries commensurate with credit hours; internships may be in-person, remote or hybrid, depending on the needs of the team. Employment in the Board's internship program is granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship. Interns receive a syllabus or research project plan outlining their projects and goals for the internship. Interns are assigned a supervisor or mentor to guide them through their internship, and regular check-in meetings with their manager to manage performance expectations and assist with learning goals. Interns have access to a wide range of training programs and events for professional development purposes.

Position Requirements

About the Role

Cross Policy Integration and Secretariat (CPI) coordinates S&R's policy efforts by aligning policy priorities across domestic and international work. Team members collaborate closely with internal (across S&R and other Divisions) and external stakeholders through their secretariat roles for policy committees, international engagement initiatives, and domestic priority work.

Primary responsibilities of the role:

• Support CPI's various secretariat responsibilities.
• Facilitate issuance of S&R's external and internal guidance letters.
• Contribute to enhanced communication efforts across Policy, including assessment and analysis of domestic and international positions on priority topics.

Over the course of the internship, the student will:

• Deepen understanding of the Federal Reserve's policy priorities and how policy initiatives are accomplished.
• Learn structure of organizations responsible for domestic and international policy.
• Enhance communication and collaboration skills with different audiences, e.g., staff, management, and principals.
• Interact with and gain exposure to S&R policy leaders.

Suggested Education/Majors: Public policy, political science, government studies, business/finance/banking, public administration, communications or a related area of study.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Strong communication (written and verbal) and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated oral presentation skills to various audiences
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and synthesize large sums of information
• Ability to exercise critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills
• Willingness to learn new topics and provide summaries, thoughts, and proposals.

Additional Notes

• Anticipated Work Environment: This internship can be completed fully remote OR in a hybrid capacity in Washington, DC.
• US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program Fall 2025 or later.