Intern, Banking Policy and Economic Research

ABA - American Bankers Association; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

DC location

Job summary

American Bankers Association in Washington, DC offers a paid internship for undergraduate students (rising juniors or seniors) to work across ABA divisions. You will analyze banking data, track market indicators, and create visualizations using PowerBI and PowerPoint while connecting with leadership and building a professional network.

The program runs June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027, with on-site work expectations at least two days per week.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student (rising junior or senior) and pursuing relevant studies.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or R.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze banking industry data to provide insights on industry trends.
• Track economic and market indicators for analysis.
• Generate data visualizations using PowerBI and PowerPoint.
• Gather, clean, and organize data from multiple sources.

Skills

Python

R

Excel

PowerBI

PowerPoint

Education

Undergraduate status

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

Want to work for a great Organization? The American Bankers Association is the banking industry's champion. Joining ABA makes you part of a team that:

• has Extraordinary People - ABA experts are the "go to" sources for bankers, policy makers and the media for credible information and insights for the banking industry.
• has Unmatched Scope and Scale - ABA's unparalleled information and services keep members current, knowledgeable and prepared.
• is Impact-Driven - ABA has a proven record of bringing about positive change for our members and the industry. We take action and achieve results.
• Plus competitive pay, an outstanding benefits package, a convenient DC location, a professional collegial work environment and an opportunity to work on issues of national significance equals a winning combination!

Employer of Choice: ABA is recognized with a 2025 Great Company Culture Award and 2025 Great Place to Work designation!

Job Description:

Duration/Hours: June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027 Pay rate is $25/hour for undergraduate students (Rising Junior or Senior) Full-time; 37.5 hours per week

Based in Washington, DC, with an expectation to work onsite at least two days per week.

ABA’s Internship provides students with a paid opportunity to work with one of the biggest trade associations in Washington, DC. This extremely selective opportunity provides students with the opportunity to do substantial work in various divisions across ABA, connect with leadership, build a network, and make a difference.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze banking industry data to provide insights on industry trends.
• Track economic and market indicators to provide insights and analysis.
• Generate data visualizations through platforms such as PowerBI and PowerPoint.
• Gather, clean, and organize data from various sources.

Required Skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy with guidance.
• Demonstrated programming skills using Python and/or R.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Curiosity about the banking industry and financial markets.

Minimum Education Requirements

Must be a rising Junior or Senior at an accredited college or university with an expected graduation date of December 2027 through May 2029.

Preferred Fields of Study

• Economics
• Finance
• Accounting
• Data Science

Salary Band Range:

$15.00 - $37.50 - $60.00

American Bankers Association (ABA) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The American Bankers Association is the voice of America’s banks—the small, midsize, regional and large banks that together employ more than 2 million women and men and help drive America's economy.

Please join us and become a part of a rapidly transforming industry that drives growth and innovation at home and around the world.