Federal Reserve Summer 2027 Economics Writing and Analysis Internship

Federal Reserve Bank of New York; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond is seeking a Writing and Analysis Intern to contribute to our Economics magazine Econ Focus and related publications. You will research, write and edit, while assisting regional analysts with data work and visualization tasks in a small, high‑performing team.

Interns gain hands-on experience with professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities, with on-site work and a stipend. US citizenship is required and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• GPA of 3.5 in economics coursework and overall.
• Some writing/editing experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of and experience in research techniques.
• Passionate about data exploration and communicating findings.
• Team-player in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Research and write a feature-length article for Econ Focus.
• Support other publications with research, writing and copyediting.
• Assist with updating economic reports, including data organization and visualizations.

Skills

Writing

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

GPA 3.5 in econ coursework

Tools

Stata

SAS

R

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

Do you like researching and writing about economics issues? The Richmond Fed’s Research Department is looking for an intern to support both its Publications team and its Applied Analysis team. You’ll have the opportunity to write for Research Department publications, including our economics magazine Econ Focus and our blog Regional Matters. You will also work with regional research analysts on various data and analysis tasks.

The Richmond Fed’s 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 Writing and Analysis intern will have the opportunity to enhance business, economics and communication skills through research and writing and will receive targeted leadership training, mentorship and exclusive networking opportunities.

What You Will Do:

Research and write a feature-length article for our quarterly economics magazine, Econ Focus.

Support other publications, as needed, with research, writing and copyediting.

Assist with the update of economic reports, which may include organizing and analyzing data and creating data visualizations.

Qualifications:

Competitive applicants for the Economics Writing and Analysis Internship normally have at least a 3.5 GPA in their economics coursework and overall.

Some writing/editing experience (for example, in an extracurricular activity such as a student newspaper or journal) is preferred.

Basic knowledge of and experience in use of research techniques.

Passionate about data exploration and the ability to communicate findings.

Team-player willing to work and learn in a small, high performing, and collaborative environment, often at a fast pace and under time constraints.

Familiarity with a statistical program such as Stata, SAS, or R.

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.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by January 31, 2027.

US Citizenship status is required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Job Details

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About the Bank

OUR BANK has one of the most recognizable brands around the world. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States—one of the world's most influential, trusted and prestigious financial organizations. The Federal Reserve is charged with the important mission of promoting a strong economy and a stable financial system and fulfills this responsibility by formulating national monetary policy, supervising and regulating banks and bank holding companies, and providing financial services for banks and the U.S. government.

Our People and Culture

Our PEOPLE are diverse in background and ideas, which allows for ongoing creativity and innovation. Ultimately, they are the ones who push our high-performance, exchange-driven culture forward.

Why Our People Choose Us

Our reputation precedes us.

There will always be room for personal growth.

Our people are first.

You’ll find the right balance.

Your responsibilities will be meaningful.

We hope that you will be our future colleague.