2027 Intern - Industry Outreach

rb; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Broader networking opportunities

Downtown parking

On-site fitness center

On-site café

Job summary

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas offers a paid, full-time summer internship program in Dallas, designed for students across economics, finance, banking, and public policy. The internship provides meaningful work, mentorship, and senior leadership exposure through hands-on projects and cohort programming.

As part of the Industry Outreach team within the Community Engagement and Development Department, interns will help gather insights, support engagements with financial institutions, and contribute

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in economics, finance, banking, public policy, business, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize qualitative information clearly.
• Interest in community banks, financial institutions, and banking policy.
• Professionalism, curiosity, and strong communication for interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach to financial institutions through banker roundtables, advisory meetings, interviews, and district engagements.
• Assist with research and analysis on community banks in the 11th District.
• Draft meeting notes, insight summaries, and briefing materials for internal stakeholders.
• Help organize outreach programs such as BOLT, COIN cycles, and minority depository institution engagements.
• Contribute to projects strengthening understanding of community bank perspectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong writing skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Interest in community banks

Education

Pursuing degree in economics/finance/related field

Job description

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

Location: #LI-Onsite. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.

ABOUT THE DALLAS FED

At the Dallas Fed we serve the public by partnering with communities and businesses, promoting jobs and stable prices, and keeping your money safe and available. We welcome different perspectives, ideas, and experiences. As part of the nation's central bank, we are committed to improving the economy and our communities. Are you ready to make a difference?

Learn more about the Dallas Fed: www.dallasfed.org/fed

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Internship Program is a prestigious, cohort-based experience that attracts top talent from across the country for paid, full-time summer internships spanning majors and functional areas - from economic research and finance to Cash Services, IT, and beyond. While interns take on a specific functional role for the summer with meaningful work and opportunities to grow, the program offers much more than a single assignment. Dedicated staff mentors help launch your career, and curated cohort programming provides broad exposure to central banking, direct access to senior leaders and industry experts, and dedicated learning and development opportunities. As part of the Federal Reserve System, you'll also build a professional network of peers that spans the nation. The program runs approximately for 10-12 weeks, beginning in mid-to-late May and concluding in August. For this specific position, you will be located in the Dallas office.

Learn more about our internship program: www.dallasfed.org/internships

ABOUT YOUR TEAM

The Industry Outreach team belongs to the Community Engagement and Development (CED) Department and serves as a key connection between the Dallas Fed and financial institutions across the Eleventh District. The team builds and maintains relationships with community and regional banks, gathers timely anecdotal information, monitors emerging issues, and provides clear, accurate insights to internal partners. The intern will work closely with team leadership and contribute to insight gathering, research, and the preparation of materials used for engagements with financial institutions and internal stakeholders.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support outreach to financial institutions through banker roundtables, advisory meetings, interviews, and district engagement activities.
• Assist with research and analysis related to community banks in the 11th District, including topics such as lending trends, operational challenges, and emerging issues.
• Draft clear and accurate meeting notes, insight summaries, and briefing materials that help internal stakeholders understand developments across the district.
• Help organize and prepare outreach programs such as BOLT, COIN cycles, and engagements with minority depository institutions.
• Contribute to projects that strengthen the Bank's understanding of community bank perspectives and elevate anecdotal insights.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Working toward a degree in economics, finance, banking, public policy, business, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize qualitative information clearly.
• Interest in community banks, financial institutions, and the intersection of banking and economic policy.
• Professionalism, curiosity, and strong communication skills for interacting with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic team environment and support multiple ongoing projects.

OUR BENEFITS

• Professional development opportunities
• Broader networking opportunities across District
• Downtown location with free parking
• 24/7 on-site fitness center (Dallas & Houston Offices)
• On-site café and coffee shop

WORK HOURS

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (40 hours/ week). Some additional hours may be required.

NOTES

Participation in our internship program is a valuable learning opportunity and does not guarantee future employment.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S and the role is not available for sponsorship.

If you need special accommodation during your interview process, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Temporary

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Job Category

Internship Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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