Federal Reserve Summer 2027 Community Development Internship

Federal Reserve System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond invites you to join its Community Development team as a Summer Intern. You will support data analysis, program planning, and engagement activities that build financial capital and workforce pathways for communities in the Fifth District.

Through hands-on projects, you’ll learn from community development professionals, assist with workshops and events, and gain exposure to marketing and communications materials while developing core skills in research and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled college student, preferably rising junior or senior status and must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Significant economics coursework required
• The ideal candidate is an economics major with some background in engaging with the public or education.
• Familiarity with the Federal Reserve System
• Strong interpersonal skills; strong presentation skills that would translate to comfort in a classroom/museum setting.
• Ability to think creatively and develop creative presentation and marketing materials
• Basic knowledge of and experience in use of research techniques.
• Passionate about data exploration and the ability to communicate findings.
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work well in a team setting but also independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Assists department with development and design of resources and programs.
• Supports the planning and managing of meetings, workshops, conferences and events.
• Supports efforts in developing innovative marketing and communication materials.
• Prepares resource and handout packets for presentations.
• Tabulates evaluations and analyzes feedback for programs; conducts information searches and provides summaries, checks facts and references.
• Assists in coordinating presentations at the location.
• Performs miscellaneous research duties, such as literature reviews and special projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Data exploration

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Economics coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

When you join the Federal Reserve—the nation’s central bank—you’ll play a key role, collaborating with a dynamic team of mission-driven professionals to strengthen and protect our economy and our communities.

Bring your passion and expertise, and we’ll provide the opportunities that will challenge you and propel your growth—along with a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life.

About the Opportunity

Are you interested in delivering programs to address the challenges faced by low-to-moderate income households? A summer internship on the Fifth District’s Community Development team might be a good fit for you. You will support the bank’s Community Development and Regional Economic initiatives and programs that focus on building financial capital and workforce pathways for communities in the Fifth District. You will support data analysis, program and event planning and execution, and external sensing and engagement. Through these and other projects, you will learn from community development professionals and interact with external audiences.

The Summer Internship Program provides outstanding students with the opportunity to gain valuable work experience at a unique institution. Through advanced project work assignments and professional development activities, interns are provided with an extensive understanding of the work of the Federal Reserve.The Community Development intern will have the opportunity to enhance business skills through conducting data analysis and supporting the planning of workshops, conferences, and events along with mentorship and exclusive networking opportunities.

What You Will Do:

• Assists department with development and design of resources and programs.

• Supports the planning and managing of meetings, workshops, conferences and events.

• Supports efforts in developing innovative marketing and communication materials.

• Prepares resource and handout packets for presentations.

• Tabulates evaluations and analyzes feedback for programs; conducts information searches and provides summaries, checks facts and references.

• Assists in coordinating presentations at the location.

• Performs miscellaneous research duties, such as literature reviews and special projects.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled college student, preferably rising junior or senior status and must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

• Significant economics coursework required

• The ideal candidate is an economics major with some background in engaging with the public or education.

• Familiarity with the Federal Reserve System

• Strong interpersonal skills; strong presentation skills that would translate to comfort in a classroom/museum setting.

• Ability to think creatively and develop creative presentation and marketing materials

• Basic knowledge of and experience in use of research techniques.

• Passionate about data exploration and the ability to communicate findings.

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

• Ability to work well in a team setting but also independently

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Other Requirements and Considerations:

• Candidates should review the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict of interest rules and personal investment restrictions. The Code is available on the About Us, Careers webpage at www.richmondfed.org.

• Sponsorship is not available for this role.

• Selected candidate is subject to special background check procedures.

• The hourly rate for summer interns is $23.50/hour.

• Onsite presence required

• US Citizenship status is required.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond provides equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, sex, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

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)

The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.