Security Specialist - Division of Management

Washington, DC, USA

5 days ago

Federal Reserve Bank

About the Role

The International Capacity Development function (IPS) of the Workforce Learning and Administrative Services team in the Division of Supervision and Regulation is responsible for developing and executing on international supervisory and regulatory capacity building engagement to inform and facilitate building institutional relationships with central banks and supervisory authorities consistent with evolving global financial, economic, and transformational trends.

The intern selected for this role will be responsible for:

Supporting specialized central banker and supervisory authority training and capacity development programs;Collaborating across business lines to ensure that program content reflects emerging trends and the division’s international policy and operational objectives;Leveraging seminars and training programs to develop and deepen relationships with global central banks, financial supervisors, governments, and international organizations.

Suggested Education: Finance, Economics, Law, Management, History, Political Science, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field of study

Required Skills/Knowledge:

Experience and interest in operations management, organizational development, adult learning, international relations, business, economics, or public policyAn interest or understanding of the role of central banks and the role of the Federal Reserve in the financial system and the global economyStrong project management skills, including sound influencing and problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneouslyEffective relationship management and diplomatic skills, including the ability to develop and maintain a broad range of internal and external contact networksStrong written communication and public speaking skillsExperience with Microsoft Office tools (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Teams)

Preferred Skills/Knowledge:

CVENT experience desired

Additional Notes

Anticipated Work Hours: During the summer, 40 hours per week; during the school semesters, 15 hours min per weekAnticipated Start Date: ASAPAnticipated Work Environment: This internship will be completed in a hybrid capacity in Washington, DC- requiring at least one day per week on-site during the school semesters.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program Spring 2026 or later.

About the Role

The mission of the LISCC Recovery and Resolution Preparedness Program (RRP) is to promote the resiliency of systemically important banks and minimize the impact of their distress or failure on the financial system. RRP Interns will gain exposure to the supervisory process of large financial institutions, through review of various reports, meetings, and assessments of firms’ capabilities to create recovery and resolution plans. The interns will work closely with members of the Board's RRP section; and occasionally other Board Divisions through cross over projects with RRP staff.

Responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to supervisory work in assessing LISCC firms’ resolution and recovery preparedness

• Performing quantitative and qualitative analysis related to resolution financial topics

• Participating in training opportunities on recovery and resolution

Requirements

Suggested Major/Education: Public Policy, Statistics, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another related field of study

Required Skills/Knowledge:

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including past use of statistical or modeling softwareStrong organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilitiesExperience using R programming or StataDemonstrated interest in AI/ML

Additional Notes:

Anticipated Work Hours: During the summer, 40 hours per week; during the school semesters, 15-20 hours per weekAnticipated Start Date: ASAPAnticipated 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 Spring 2026 or later.

Remarks:

This internship position will:

Support 13 economists (within Policy Research Analysis) with their independent research. Research topics may vary widely.When priorities necessitate, support Policy High Priority initiatives.

The ideal hire will possess:

Some prior experience with databases or SQL.Some familiarity with statistics software (ex: SAS, R, STATA).

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships

Applicants must be current students enrolled in a degree seeking program

This position requires a combination of hybrid and in-person presence in our Washington DC office

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

The Business Operations, Planning, and Analysis (BOPA) Section provides operational, analytical, and strategic program management support to the division's budgeting, human resources, strategic planning, facilities, procurement, and other administrative functions. The BOPA intern will assist with updating the division’s budget, travel, and business resources dashboards using the process outlined in the standard operating procedure (SOP). The intern will perform quality assurance reviews to ensure data accuracy and analyze data to identify trends or observations. The BOPA intern will research data visualization best practices to improve how data is presented to officers, managers, and staff. The intern will update SOPs and support the development or maintenance SharePoint Online sites and Microsoft Access databases. The intern will also support the development of presentations to facilitate cross-functional learning across the division. This is a year-round internship with an expected start date in the Summer of 2024. The intern is expected to work 40 hours/week during the summer and a maximum of 20 hours/week during the school year.

Competencies/Learning Objectives: Teamwork; communication; data-driven decision making, data analysis, data visualization; critical thinking, and learning agility.

Suggested Major/Minor: Computer Science, Data Analysis, or Finance/Accounting

Required Skills and Knowledge: MS Office and Advanced Excel (e.g., VBA programming)

Preferred Skills: Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI); R, SAS, or SPSS; accounting; statistical analysis; and data interpretation

Required Documents for application: Resume and writing samples

This internship offers a hybrid work environment that requires an on-site presence. The intern will need to reside in the Washington, DC area during their internship with the expectation that they will work from the office a minimum of six days per month. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS for full time telework.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program Spring 2026 or later.

Keywords: #Tableau, #data analysis, #data visualization, #business intelligence, #data analytics, #statistical analysis

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

The Facility Business Operations team is responsible for providing cutting edge facilities technology, efficient business processes, and a world-class sustainability program. The sustainability specialist intern will be exposed to all aspects of the Board’s sustainability program. The intern will work with the team to review design and construction of capital construction projects, perform greenhouse gas calculations, develop projects and policies to support the sustainability program, analyze sustainability data, develop presentations, lead initiatives, and contribute to communication campaigns.

Competencies and Learning Objectives:Sustainability program management; project management, data analysis; data-driven decision making; organization; communication.

Suggested Major/Minor: Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Science

Required Skills and Knowledge: MS Office

Preferred Skills and Knowledge: Working knowledge of LEED or WELL rating systems and fundamentals of carbon accounting.

Required Documents: Resume and cover letter. An unofficial transcript may be requested.

Location: This is a hybrid position requiring an on-site presence at least once per week in the Board’s office located in Washington, D.C.

Expected Start/End Date: Fall 2024 through Fall 2025

Expected Hours per week: Approximately 20 hours per week during the semester and 40 hours per week during the summer.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2025 or later.

Learn more about our internship program:https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

About the Team

The Workforce and Workplace Management (WWM) team in the Division of Supervision and Regulation aligns workforce development strategies and talent management programs with the strategic plans and priorities of the Division and Federal Reserve Board. The team serves as consultants to senior leaders regarding matters related to talent management, workforce planning strategies and implementation plans for section specific, Division, and Federal Reserve System initiatives.

About the Role

The WWM team is seeking a year-round graduate student intern to help support and manage several projects, research and work related to workforce analytics in the Division of Supervision Regulation. The intern will work closely with section staff and management to research, ingest, and interpret data sets relating to the workforce and talent management.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with data extraction, cleaning, and preparation;

• Assist with development of data visualizations in Tableau;

• Assess the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques;

• Develop processes and tools to monitor and analyze model performance and data accuracy;

• And work with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions.

Over the course of the internship, the student will:

• Gain experience in working with multiple data sources and databases;

• And have the opportunity to learn more about people analytics and workplace culture.

Requirements

Suggested Major/Education: Must be a first-year graduate student, or entering their first year pursuing a graduate degree in an Industrial Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Data or Computer Science Program, or closely related graduating in May 2026 or later

Has an undergraduate degree in any of the following areas: psychology, mathematics, statistics, or computer science

Required Skills/Knowledge:

Must have strong analytical skillsMust have at least one course in quantitative research such as statistics or applied researchMust have courses or experience in machine learning, data mining, regression, generalized linear models, experimental design, and/or GISMust have in depth Excel skills and be incredibly competent in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Skills/Knowledge:

Experience in Tableau, SQL, Python or R preferredInterest in people analyticsExperience in Workday and SharePoint preferred, but not required.

Anticipated Work Hours: During the summer, 40 hours per week; during the school semesters, 20-40 hours per weekAnticipated Start Date: May or June 2025Anticipated 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 Spring 2026 or later.

About the Role

The WWM team is seeking a year-round graduate student intern to help support and manage several projects, research and administrative work in the Division of Supervision Regulation. This is a great opportunity for a graduate student with an academic focus on talent management, organizational design and business acumen. The selected individual will complete assignments pertaining to all aspects of an embedded talent management team.

Responsibilities include:

Talent management support, including but not limited to the following areas:Recruitment/onboardingRewards recognitionInternship programmingPerformance managementConflicts of InterestDiversity, equity, and inclusionPreparation of reports, research, and data analysis;Workday data entry and talent management administration;Drafting communications, research of best talent management practices, program improvement, and evaluation;Managing various SharePoint sites, lists, and libraries;Participation in special projects as assigned; may implement project recommendations.

Over the course of the internship, the student will:

Improve upon written and presentation skills;Improve upon analytical skills;Participate in creating leadership and staff development recommendations;Suggest process and program enhancements;Gain experience in talent management programming and determine if a career in talent management would be of interest upon graduation.

Suggested Education/Major: Pursuing graduate degree in human resources, psychology, business management, communications, education, or related field.

Required Skills/Knowledge

Strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively in teamsExceptional organizational skills and attention to detailExperience with Microsoft Office tools (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Teams)

Preferred Skills/Knowledge:

Experience in Workday and SharePoint preferred, but not required.

Additional Notes

Anticipated Work Hours: During the summer, 40 hours per week; during the school semesters, min 15-20 hours per weekAnticipated Start Date: May or June 2025Anticipated 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 Spring 2026 or later.

About the Team Internship

The RBOPS Technology Lab (TechLab) delivers expertise on payment innovations to Federal Reserve decision makers by researching and conducting hands-on experimentation with technologies broadly relevant to payments, clearance, and settlement. The year-round TechLab intern will support the team’s ongoing payment technologies research work. Potential projects would focus on topics such as blockchain technology, digital assets, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and data analysis. Specific projects will depend on the intern’s knowledge and academic areas of interest. The TechLab expects that the year-round intern will contribute written work and some code product (i.e., Python, R, or JavaScript) as part of their assignments.

Expected Start Date: January 2025, continuing through at least the end of the summer.

Expected Hours: 20 hours/week during school year, 40 hours/week during summer

Qualifications/Requirements

U.S. citizenship requiredCurrently enrolled in a graduate degree program, or will be enrolled by the time the internship begins and graduating no earlier than August 2025.Seeking a degree in economics, mathematics, computer science, operations research, financial engineering, or other quantitative disciplineRequired Skills and Knowledge: Ability to conduct and produce high-level research, demos, and presentations. Familiarity with at least one programming language (Python, Java, R, C /#, etc.) Experience with at least one operating system (Linux, Ubuntu, Windows, etc.)Analysis: Business, Communcation, Network, Programmer, ResearchApplications: MS Office Suite, SharePointProgramming: C#/ , Java/JQueryPreferred Skills: Experience with different machine learning algorithms or statistical methods. Previous experience with AWS products (EC2, CodeCommit, etc.) and blockchain networks (Ethereum, Solana, Hyperledger, etc.)
Must be committed to working a 40-hour work week for 10-12 weeks during summer 2025

Competencies/Learning Objectives: Develop expertise in emerging technologies related to payment systems and financial services. Gain a working knowledge of different technical and statistical methods commonly used in both current and future payment systems. Develop proficiency in one or more programming languages or operating systems.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required Documents for Application (upload prior to submission): resume, cover letter, unofficial transcript

Intern Benefits

Access to LinkedIn Learning R programming coursesProfessional development and networking opportunitiesFlexible scheduleDining options on-siteOn-site fitness centerPublic transit benefits

Location:must be in the office a minimum of 6 days/month, aligning with the division's requirements.

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

Majors/Academic Programs: Pursuing a degree in economics, finance, or related field (e.g. statistics, computer science,mathematics, business).

Skills/Knowledge: Previous research and statistical programming (Stata, R, Python, Matlab, SAS, machine learning, other) experience is a plus, but not required.

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days on-site/week)

- U.S. citizenship required
- You must be a current undergraduate or graduate student, graduating fall 2025 or later

Application Instructions/Required Documents
No later than 11/3/2024, complete the following:

Attach resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript to your profile before submitting your application.Provide one (1) letter of recommendation - can be academic or professional.Attach it to your applicant profile if you have a copy [OR]If your recommender would like their letter to remain confidential, they can send it to frbrecruiting@frb.gov with the subject "Economic Research Internship Recommendation Letter" and we will
attach to your profile.

The Public Information Outreach (PIO) Program is responsible for leading the division’s efforts to execute public communication initiatives to expand the Board’s outreach and to build and sustain various communication platforms to educate and inform the public including management of the Board’s public website and social media platforms. The intern would be responsible for assisting section staff with daily web publication responsibilities as well as assisting with larger web design projects and with coordinating online public communications. Staff would work on reviewing and approving web content for publication, which includes coordinating posting details with content providers, IT support, and Board Public Affairs. The intern may work on section 508 compliance for content posted on the Board's public website. The intern would also participate in the work of the section on the Board's official social media accounts, including writing posts for social media and researching new platforms and trends.The intern would also contribute to Economic Education programs and event planning, outreach, and engagement.

Qualifications

Competencies and Learning Objectives: Communications, writing, multi-tasking, organization, teamwork, new technologies.

Suggested Major/Minor: Communications, Economics, Public Relations, Finance

Required Skills and Knowledge: Proofreading, writing, social media, Microsoft products

Preferred Skills: Experience with content management systems or HTML

Required Documents for application: Resume and cover letter. A copy of an unofficial transcript may be requested.

Location: This internship may be completed remotely.

Hours: 40 hours per week

Start End Dates: May or June 2025 for a minimum of 10 weeks up to 12 weeks.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2025 or later.

Learn more about our internship program:https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

About the Role

Provide support to Congressional Liaison Office staff on a wide variety of assignments, such as weekly report and background memo preparation, hearing preparation, congressional correspondence, legislative tracking, and Senate and House floor proceedingsConduct research in support of various special projectsAssist with compilation and distribution of reports, testimony, and other documents to CongressAssist with general administrative tasksMay be called upon to assist on other special projects as time permits.

Competencies and Learning Objectives: Communication; critical thinking; professionalism; leadership; teamwork; and equity and inclusion.

Suggested Major/Minor: Political Science or Government, Public Policy, Economics, Finance, or a related field of study.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

GPA 3.0 or above and must be enrolled in an accredited undergrad or graduate level programExcellent oral and written communication skillsCommitment to a high quality of work, sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environmentComputer proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint, Windows, and Internet researchDemonstrated interest in and general understanding of the Federal Reserve System, financial markets, global and domestic current events, and economics, as well as an interest in the fields of political science and government relations.

Preferred Skills: Demonstrated practice with summary-style writing; research and tracking of legislative initiatives.

Required Documents for application: Candidates must submit the following documents to be considered for this role:

Resume (PDF Version)Cover letter detailing interest in the position and qualificationsCopy of current unofficial transcript

Location:This a full-time summer internship that will be completed in a hybrid capacity requiring an on-site presence in Washington, DC.

Notes: US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program Fall 2025 or later. A writing test may also be administered.

Keywords: #congressional liaison intern; #legislative affairs intern.

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

The Systems and Operational Resiliency Policy (SORP) section is responsible for establishing the policy framework for operational resilience related risk to supervised institutions. The section promotes a financial system that is operationally resilient and ready to tackle cybersecurity risks, safeguard systems and critical financial infrastructure, and address emerging technology risks. The section provides policy analysis and research for supervisory oversight of the national program for the largest service providers.
The primary responsibilities of this position involve assisting with several data-related projects, initiatives, and priority proposed rulemaking for the SORP team. The SORP team creates, refines, and communicates policy related to the operational resilience of the financial sector from varied operational risks, including cybersecurity risks. SORP also helps to oversee cyber incident response work throughout the FRS. In support of these objectives, SORP provides oversight for several datasets, related to cybersecurity and service provider risk, and pursues independent policy research to support policymaking and incident response efforts.

The primary duties of this role include:
• Assisting with data governance and oversight, including assistance with improving data quality for several datasets overseen by SORP
• Developing tools and reports to help staff interact with data, including reports and dashboards
• Providing assistance with policy research and analytics tied to proposed rulemaking and guidance utilizing techniques such as network analysis, multiple regression analysis, and text analysis/natural language processing

Applicants majoring in economics, statistics, mathematics, or cybersecurity-related fields are encouraged to apply. Applicants outside of these areas with data science or research skills will also be considered. Graduate level or above preferred, but not required.

This role will offer the opportunity to develop research and analytic skills, including the possibility of co-authorship or contribution to published research papers. The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to become familiar with multiple Federal Reserve bank data series. The successful applicant will have the chance to apply critical thinking and creativity to studying, utilizing, and summarizing information taken from multiple large datasets. This role will provide the opportunity to meaningfully impact the use of cyber risk data for policy research and supervision. Lastly, this role will provide the opportunity to network with leaders, cybersecurity analysts, and economists at the Board of Governors and throughout the Federal Reserve System.

Policy Planning coordinates and manages contributions to domestic and international working groups, analyzes longer-term fundamental shifts in the policy environment, and keeps policy leaders informed on forward-looking topics.

Primary responsibilities of the role:
Help build the technical infrastructure that provides the ability to identify topics and trends that may have a medium-term impact on banks, the broader economy, and international coordination.
Collaborate within the Section to develop techniques to more rapidly visualize impactful results.
Develop repeatable data analyses, visualizations, or workflow automation routines to identify signals of change in the economic, social and technological environment by integrating data from outside sources, sectors, and fields.
Learning objectives for the intern:
Direct application of data science and data visualization tools to the policy making process
Use NLP tools to process large amounts of text data, extract key topics, and produce relevant charts and visualizations
Understanding of SR strategy and workflow
Exposure to SR policy leaders

Significant Coursework in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or Statistics, Economics, or a related field. Coursework in Economics, Finance, and Public Policy are a plus. Key competencies: Must be proficient in at least two of the following programming languages: Python, R, or Stata. Experience building natural language processing (NLP) tools, accessing structured and unstructured data via application programming interfaces (APIs) and/or web scrapping technology, and leveraging NLP and/or generative artificial intelligence for data analysis are all a plus. Demonstrated experience in building visualizations, including dashboards, interactive websites, and/or standalone reports. Experience creating and evolving physical and logical data models; creating diagrams and technical documentation; contributing to the development of data management and governance practices; and expanding data security and privacy controls.
Preference for a college senior or graduate student pursuing a quantitative degree.

About the Role

Assigned projects may differ based on the skills and interests, but could include:

Monitoring and synthesizing developments in crypto-asset and fintech industries to report out to Fed leadership;Conducting quantitative analysis of trends in crypto and fintech industries; andDeveloping institutional profiles for non-supervised financial entities of interest to the Novel Activities Supervision Program.

Over the course of the internship, the student will:

hone their analytical and communication (written and oral) skillsdevelop subject matter expertise in banking, crypto-assets, and fintech

Suggested Major/Education: Economics, finance, business, computer science, or another related field of study

Required Skills/Knowledge

Demonstrated experience in research and quantitative analysisInterest in banking, crypto-assets, and fintechDemonstrated knowledge of finance, accounting or economics

Anticipated Work Environment: This internship will be completed 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.

About the Role

Assigned projects may differ based on the skills and interests, but could include:

Over the course of the internship, the student will:

hone their analytical and communication (written and oral) skillsdevelop subject matter expertise in banking, crypto-assets, and fintech

Suggested Major/Education: Economics, finance, business, computer science, or another related field of study

Required Skills/Knowledge

Demonstrated experience in research and quantitative analysisInterest in banking, crypto-assets, and fintechIntermediate or above experience in R, SQL, STATA, or Python

Anticipated Work Environment: This internship will be completed 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.

About the Team

The Integrated Technology Solutions (ITS) Section is an embedded technology innovation and solutions team that manages and supports the use of all information technology in our Division of International Finance. In support the mission of the division, the section creates custom web applications, maintains non-traditional databases, and leads the use of innovative techniques in statistical and graphical analysis of economic data. The section is also heavily involved in the organization’s transition from on-prem to cloud technologies and infrastructure for all aspects of the data analysis life cycle.

ITS is excited to host one (1) summer undergraduate or graduate intern to work in an agile team of software developers, UX designers, and data scientists in support of the Division’sbig data and cloud infrastructure work and to provide support to any other special development projects or initiatives that might occur during this time.

Qualifications/Requirements

U.S. citizenship requiredCurrently enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate degree program, or will be enrolled by the time the internship begins and graduating no earlier than August 2025.Seeking a degree in information technology, computer science, or related field.
Any experience (including coursework) with one or more of Python, R, R Shiny, SQL, Shell, PHP, HTML, CSS,JavaScript, Sharepoint Online, Office 365, Microsoft Power BI, Geospatial data analytics, AWS, Git/GitLab, Apache Hadoop, Airflow and general experience with object-oriented programming (OOP) is desirable, but not required if the candidate has similar experience or applicable coursework.Must be committed to working a 40-hour work week for 10-12 weeks during summer 2025

Please upload a resume prior to submitting your application. A copy of an unofficial transcript may be requested.

Intern Benefits

Access to LinkedIn Learning R programming coursesProfessional development and networking opportunitiesFlexible scheduleDining options on-siteOn-site fitness centerPublic transit benefits

Location:Preference is fully onsite for the duration of the internship, however, this internship may be completed remotely, or in a hybrid capacity at the discretion of the selected candidate and the hiring manager.

Keywords: data science, software development, software engineering, big data, machine learning, Microsoft SharePoint, SharePoint Online, cloud computing, python, agile, databases, data, programming

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

The Front Office Communications section in the Division of Supervision and Regulation (SR) advances the priorities of the division director and the Supervision and Regulation function. The Front Office provides strategic and tactical support, forward planning, and meeting execution for SR leadership. The intern would assist the Front Office in managing its information management tools for senior leadership committees and governor offices. The intern would also assist with coordinating responses to inquiries and requests for information related to FOIA requests, public website requests, and other correspondences.

Suggested Major/Minor: Communications, Business Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Information Systems, Library Science or a related field.

Required Skills: Excellent writing skills

Preferred Skills: Familiarity with SharePoint and Excel.

Required Documents for application: A copy of an unofficial transcript may be requested. Please include a cover letter outlining interest in the internship.

Location: We are open to the intern working fully remotely or onsite in a hybrid capacity.

Start/end Dates and hours: This internship will start in May or June 2025 and run for a minimum of 10 weeks up to 12 weeks for 40 hours per week.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program Fall 2025 or later.

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

About the Team/RoleThe Financial Accounting Policy and Reporting (APR) team, a section within the Board’s division of Reserve Bank Operations and Payment Systems, supports the Board and the Federal Reserve System in meeting its responsibilities to provide Reserve Bank financial information to the public and to ensure the proper collateralization of Federal Reserve notes. In particular, the APR team is responsible for the production of periodic and ad hoc Reserve Bank financial reports to the public, including quarterly unaudited and the annual audited combined Reserve Bank financial statements and are subject matter experts on the underlying accounting policy that supports the financial statements.The intern will join the APR team to support the group’s key projects, including:• Testing financial information system enhancements• Reviewing Reserve Bank oversight documentation• Performing routine financial reporting• Assisting with accounting policy documentation updatesCompetencies and Learning Objectives: career and self-development, communication, critical thinking, integrity professionalism, leadership, teamwork, technologyQualifications/RequirementsSuggested Academic Degree Program (Undergraduate or Graduate): Accounting or Finance, Business AnalyticsRequired Skills and Knowledge: Strong communication skills (written and oral), MS Office Suite including Teams and ExcelPreferred Skills: Prior professional experience, particularly in a hybrid work structure is a plus.Required Documents: Attach a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript prior to submitting application.• US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program Fall 2025 or later.• Expected Start Date: May 2025. Expected Schedule: 40 hours/week during the summerLocation:RBOPS currently requires an in-office presence of 6 days a month minimum.

Intern Benefits

Access to LinkedIn Learning R programming coursesProfessional development and networking opportunitiesFlexible scheduleDining options on-siteOn-site fitness centerPublic transit benefits

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

About the Role

Cross Policy Integration and Secretariat (CPI) coordinates SR’s policy efforts by aligning policy priorities across domestic and international work. Team members collaborate closely with internal (across SR 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 SR’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 SR 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 skillsDemonstrated oral presentation skills to various audiencesDemonstrated ability to interpret and synthesize large sums of informationAbility to exercise critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skillsWillingness 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.

About the Role/Team

The intern will assist members of the Business Operations Program Management (BOPM) team, the business support team within our Division of International Finance, with a variety of projects aimed at deepening staff engagement, enhancing the division’s culture to ensure an inclusive workplace experience, and supporting business practices and workstreams for optimized performance. Members of the BOPM team support the division’s employee engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), strategic planning, leadership and career development, onboarding, recruiting, analytics and reporting, travel, and communication programs. The intern will have the opportunity to learn and work across these functional areas of the team, performing a variety of assignments that could be modified to fit the interests of the intern. Agility, curiosity, and the ability to toggle between multiple projects simultaneously are key. Shared recommendations and insights for process improvement will be greatly valued.

Expected Projects: Conduct research to identify best practices, tips, and resources to inform the development of various team initiatives; write and edit content for publication in division digests and other communication vehicles; develop/select visuals and graphics to enhance work output; provide planning and logistics support for events; enhance the team’s internal SharePoint sites and provide quality control; conduct data analysis and insights using internal records; assist with strategic communications of travel program; provide recommendations on business process improvements.

Competencies/Learning Objectives: Business operations; program management; data analysis; organization; communication; learning agility; perspective and strategic thinking.

Suggested Academic Programs: Human Resources, Business Management, Marketing, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Communications, or a related field.

Required Skills and Knowledge: MS Office, Verbal and Written Communication, Organization, Editing/Proofreading, Attention to Detail, Planning, Time Management.

Preferred Skills: Experience with editing and maintaining SharePoint sites, familiarity with Canva or other visual editing sites/software, knowledge of basic statistics/analytics concepts, ability to learn and synthesize information.

Required Documents: Resume unofficial transcript.

Location: This internship may be completed remotely or in a hybrid capacity at the discretion of the selected candidate.

US Citizenship is requiredApplicants must be current undergraduate or graduate students, graduating from their program Fall 2025 or later.

Keywords: #recruiting, #hiring, #talent acquisition, #talent management, #data analytics, #human resources

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

Intern Benefits

Access to LinkedIn Learning R programming coursesProfessional development and networking opportunitiesFlexible scheduleDining options on-siteOn-site fitness centerPublic transit benefits

Expected Projects

Assist with inventory management.Learn and assist users with various needs, OS to general hardware support.Active contributor in policy and other support documentation generation.Participates in team meetings.

Find out more about the OIG:

What We Do -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/introduction.htm FAQs -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/faq-about-oig.htm

Suggested Major(s)/Minor(s): Computer science, information technology, software programming, information security, or related fields, either graduate or undergraduate

Required Skills and Knowledge:

Strong oral and written communication skills.Data analysis and research skills, as well as intellectual curiosity and professional skepticism.Well organized.Self-motivated and resourceful critical thinker willing to independently problem solve through self-explored attempts prior to requesting assistance.Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Access, with a desire for or some understanding of Power BI.

Preferred Skills: Experience with operating systems; foundational knowledge of Generative AI and ChatGPT; understanding of cloud technologies such as Azure and AWS

Required Documents: Resume, two letters of recommendation required

Location: This internship will be a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of four in-office days per month, with more as required by business needs.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2025 or later.

Keywords: #InformationTechnology, #GenerativeAI, #ITOperations, #ChatGPT, #Azure, #AWS

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System's Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducts investigations of the Board and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB's) programs and operations to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse. The Investigative Intern will assist in conducting investigations of the Board and CFPB's various programs and operations. For example, the OIG conducts investigations of employee misconduct or financial fraud associated with the supervision and examination responsibilities of the Board.

Assists as a team member on investigations or other reviews.May support the team in conducting its planning activities for the applicable review to establish the appropriate objectives, scope and methodology, which is a key preliminary step in our reviews.May interface with other Board division representatives, Reserve Bank officials, or CFPB officials while executing roles and responsibilities.Assists in data gathering and analysis.Assists in preparing workpapers in support of team's reports. Also will assist the team in developing investigative plans, evaluate complaints, and review evidence.Participates in report production and presentations to senior management, providing the opportunity to evaluate appropriateness of the findings and message(s) resulting from the review.This internship is located in New York City, NY. Selected candidate must have access to reliable transportation.

Find out more about the OIG:

What We Do -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/investigations-what-we-do.htm FAQs - https://oig.federalreserve.gov/faq-about-oig.htm#investigations

Suggested Major(s)/Minor(s): Accounting, criminal justice, economics, finance, or information technology, either graduate or undergraduate.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

Strong oral and written communication skills, data analysis skills, as well as intellectual curiosity and professional skepticism.Strong and highly adaptable problem solving skills.

Required Documents: Resume, two letters of recommendation

Location: This internship will be primarily on-site, with occasional telework.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2025 or later.

Learn more about our internship program – https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System's Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducts investigations of the Board and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB’s) programs and operations to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse. The Investigative Intern will assist in conducting investigations of the Board and CFPB’s various programs and operations. For example, the OIG conducts investigations of employee misconduct or financial fraud associated with the supervision and examination responsibilities of the Board.

Assists as a team member on investigations or other reviews.May support the team in conducting its planning activities for the applicable review to establish the appropriate objectives, scope and methodology, which is a key preliminary step in our reviews.May interface with other Board division representatives, Reserve Bank officials, or CFPB officials while executing roles and responsibilities.Assists in data gathering and analysis.Assists in preparing workpapers in support of team's reports. Also will assist the team in developing investigative plans, evaluating complaints, and reviewing evidence.Participates in report production and presentations to senior management, providing the opportunity to evaluate appropriateness of the findings and message(s) resulting from the review.

Find out more about the OIG:

What We Do -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/investigations-what-we-do.htm FAQs -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/faq-about-oig.htm#investigations

Suggested Major(s)/Minor(s): Accounting, criminal justice, economics, finance, or information technology, either graduate or undergraduate.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

Strong oral and written communication skills, data analysis skills, as well as intellectual curiosity and professional skepticism.Strong and highly adaptable problem solving skills.

Required Documents: Resume, two letters of recommendation.

Location: This internship will be primarily on-site, with occasional telework.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2025 or later.

Keywords: #OIG, #CIGIE, #investigation, #criminaljustice

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

The FMI Oversight team is responsible for conducting the Federal Reserve Board’s oversight of systemically important Financial Market Infrastructures (FMIs) including central counterparties, payments systems, and securities settlement systems. These FMIs are critically important to the functioning of the US financial system and span a wide range of asset classes including securities (equities, Treasuries, mortgage-backed securities, etc.) and financial derivatives (options, futures, swaps, etc).

Position Description:

Expected Projects: The intern will assist with policy analysis and projects related to payment, clearance, and settlement (PCS) activities.

Competencies/Learning Objectives: Policy analysis; data analysis; organization; communication; learning agility.
Suggested Major/Minor: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Policy, Economics, or another related field.
Required Skills and Knowledge: MS Office
Preferred Skills: Knowledge of financial markets and payment, clearing and settlement activities

Remarks:

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships.Applicants must be current students enrolled in a degree seeking program, graduating from their program fall 2025 or later.This position requires a combination of hybrid and in-person presence in our Washington DC office.Required Documents for application: A copy of an unofficial transcript may be requested. CV and two reference lettersLearn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System’s (Board’s) Office of Inspector General conducts audits and evaluations of the Board and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB’s) programs and operations to assess and promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in these programs and operations while helping to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse. The Data Analytics (DA) section uses various software tools, such as ACL, Monarch, Tableau, Python, and R, to perform detailed analyses of Board and CFPB databases that support OIG audits and investigations and the DA section’s forensic evaluations and risk assessments of Board and CFPB programs and operations. The Data Analytics Intern will assist DA teams in providing support to OIG audits and investigations and in conducting forensic evaluations and risk assessments of Board and CFPB programs and operations.

Assists as a team member in providing support to OIG audits and investigations and in conducting forensic evaluations, risk assessments, or other reviews.May support the team in conducting its planning activities for the applicable review to establish the appropriate objectives, scope, and methodology, which is a key preliminary step in our reviews.May interface with other Board division representatives, Reserve Bank officials, or CFPB officials while executing roles and responsibilities.Assists in data gathering and helps determine how the information will be reviewed. Assists in developing and/or modifying methods to ensure thorough and accurate data analysis is performed.Assists in preparing workpapers in support of the team’s reports/memorandums that are timely, well written, complete, and supportive of data analysis performed.May assist in developing applications and automated queries to analyze and evaluate data to determine patterns, trends, recurring events, control weaknesses, and anomalies in support of audits, evaluations, investigations, and other reviews.Participates in message development presentations to senior management. These presentations provide senior management with the opportunity to evaluate the appropriateness of findings and message(s) resulting from the review.

Find out more about the OIG:

What We Do -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/it-what-we-do.htm Data Analytics -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/data-analytics.htm FAQs -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/faq-about-oig.htm#information-technology

Suggested Major(s)/Minor(s): Information technology, computer science, or related fields, either graduate or undergraduate.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

Strong oral and written communication skills, data analysis skills, as well as intellectual curiosity and professional skepticism.Strong and highly adaptable problem solving skills.

Required Documents for Application: Resume, two letters of recommendation required.

Location: This internship will be hybrid, with 1–2 on-site days per week.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2025 or later.

Keywords: #OIG, #CIGIE, #FRB, #data analytics, #data mining, #data literacy, #information technology, #AI, #Generative AI, #NLP, #Python, #ACL, #Tableau, #Power BI, #Monarch, #R programming

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Assists as a team member on audits, evaluations, or other reviews.May support the team in conducting its planning activities for the applicable review to establish the appropriate objectives, scope, and methodology.May assist in gathering data, conducting analysis, and preparing workpapers.May assist in developing the findings and message for the applicable review.Potential to participate in presentations to OIG senior management.May participate in meetings with Board division representatives, Reserve Bank officials, or CFPB officials.

Remarks

There are three audit intern positions available in the following sections:

Supervision Regulation (SR)Management Operations (MO)Financial Management/Internal Controls (FMIC)

Find out more about the OIG

What We Do -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/audits-what-we-do.htm Oversight Areas - https://oig.federalreserve.gov/audit-oversight-areas.htm FAQs -https://oig.federalreserve.gov/faq-about-oig.htm#audits

Suggested Major(s)/Minor(s): Accounting, economics, finance, public administration, or information technology, either graduate or undergraduate.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Strong oral and written communication skills, data analysis skills, as well as intellectual curiosity and professional skepticism.Strong and highly adaptable problem-solving skills.

Required Documents: Resume, two letters of recommendation

Location: This internship may be completed remotely, or in a hybrid capacity at the discretion of the selected candidate.

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2025 or later.

Keywords: #OIG, #audit, #auditing, #performanceaudits, #FRB, #CIGIE, #oversight

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

The Division of Monetary Affairs is seeking an intern to assist in the development, testing, and migration of the MA division site from on-premise SharePoint to cloud-based SharePoint Online. Responsibilities include collaborating in cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, researching the latest SharePoint Online trends and best practices, and providing ad hoc support in troubleshooting migration issues. This role will also involve designing, coding, unit testing, implementing, and maintaining software solutions in compliance with security and software standards to meet strategic and business needs.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Graduating fall 2025 or later.Basic understanding of SharePoint Online architecture.Proficiency in web development technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to work independently or as part of a team.US Citizenship Required

This internship position will require on-site time in a hybrid schedule during summer 2025 at our offices in Washington, D.C. The internship term is 10-12 weeks.

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

The Quantitative Risk Analysis section is responsible for assessing quantitative risk methodologies developed by the financial sector, or the Reserve Banks, to measure and manage credit, liquidity, counterparty, and market risks, as well as value collateral. The program analyzes risks and contributes to policies and research related to the clearing and settling of payments, securities, financial derivatives, and other financial instruments. The program monitors and evaluates the quantitative risk management of financial market infrastructures (FMIs), financial institutions engaged in systemically important payment, clearing, and settlement (PCS) activities, and the Reserve Banks. The program contributes to quantitative risk research, particularly topics related to FMIs and systemically important PCS activities, and to systemic risk analysis.

Position Requirements:

• BSc or Graduate (Masters or PhD) student in Computer Science, Economics, Business, or any other engineering or science field
• Completed courses on Data Science, Econometrics, and Machine Learning

Description:

Expected Projects:
• Deep Neural Networks vs. Nonlinear econometric models: a project to explore performances of Neural Networks against a selected set of nonlinear econometric models in practical applications and by using extensive Monte Carlo simulations

Competencies/Learning Objectives:
• Excel in data representation, manipulation, analysis
• Design, train, validate, test and tune Deep Learning and econometric models for empirical analysis to answer questions in economics and finance

Suggested Major/Minor:
• Economics, Finance, Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning

Required Skills and Knowledge:
• Familiarity with Python and/or R
• Completed at least one course from the first-year graduate level course on Data Science, Machine Learning, Econometrics, or Deep Learning or relevant classes
• Interest in economic and financial data and research
• Familiarity with data manipulation, model development, training, validation, and testing approaches
• Interest in economic and financial time series analysis and econometrics

Preferred Skills:
• Experienced in working with time series data and conducting research in economics and econometrics
• Written scripts to design and develop Machine Learning and econometric models

Remarks:

The Division of Monetary Affairs' Front Office is developing a September MA ReGroup event and is seeking a summer intern to take on a leadership role in various aspects of the project. Responsibilities include drafting event-related communications, organizing timelines, assisting in developing the ReGroup agenda and sessions, and liaising with stakeholders both within and outside MA. The project timeline spans from June to August 2024. This opportunity is open to graduate and undergraduate interns with the necessary skills and experience.

Qualifications and special skills required and preferred include:

Must be a current student, graduating Fall 2025 or later.Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlinesExcellent oral and written communication skillsAnalytical and creative thinking abilitiesExceptional customer service skillsInterest in event planning, communication, and project managementAbility to collaborate with stakeholders at various organizational levelsUS Citizenship is required

This internship position will require on-site presence in a hybrid schedule during summer 2025 at our offices in Washington, D.C. The internship term is 10-12 weeks.

Learn more about our internship program:https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm

About the Team

The Division of Monetary Affairs (MA) supports the Federal Reserve’s deliberations, decisions, and communications regarding monetary policy and financial stability. MA’s Operations and Resource Management team (ORM) provides valued, practical, innovative, and equitable solutions for everyday operations. ORM’s services include people operations, program and project management, strategic planning, financial management, communications, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Within ORM, the Program Management Office (PMO) leads the development and execution of MA’s strategy and change initiatives to transform our research, analysis, and collaboration, and serves as a center of excellence for program and project management across MA.

About the Role

This paid internship in Washington, DC is designed to help the candidate develop as a strategic leader and gain experience in areas including strategic planning, project management, program management, strategic communication, process improvement, data analysis, and more. As our intern you will:

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