Summer 2027 Intern - Building Planning - RBOPS

Federal Reserve Board; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Board invites motivated students to join its internship program in Washington, DC. This paid internship supports projects in architecture, mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering, data analysis, and facilities management.

Interns work under supervision, gain practical project experience, and access professional development opportunities. Applicants must be enrolled and returning to studies for May 2027 start, with a 40-hour summer schedule and on-site residency in

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an advanced degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field at a local (DC/MD/VA) university.
• Solid understanding of construction drawings.
• Comfort with MS Access and SharePoint databases, MS Office, AutoCAD, REVIT, and BlueBeam.

Responsibilities

• Organize and catalog the drawing storage room.
• Add digital drawing files to the existing drawing database.
• Convert the drawing database from Microsoft Access to a SharePoint online repository.
• Participate in the construction administration review phase of a large construction project (new cash vault facility).
• Participate in 2027 Bank Reviews for Richmond and Minneapolis districts.
• Assist in developing Advance Information Requests (AIR).
• Review and comment on district AIR responses.
• Perform design reviews on Bank projects designated for Technical Review and Conditional Approval.

Skills

MS Access

SharePoint

MS Office

AutoCAD

REVIT

BlueBeam

Construction drawings

Technical writing

Education

Advanced degree in Architecture / Mechanical / Electrical / Structural Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

BlueBeam

MS Access

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

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Minimum Education

Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship.

Minimum Experience

0

Summary

The Federal Reserve Board (Board) provides students opportunities for career success. The Board's Internship program is designed to provide valuable work experience for undergraduate and graduate students considering careers including, but not limited to, economics, finance and accounting, information systems, and data analysis. The Board believes that by combining academic endeavors with project-related work experience, qualified and capable college students can gain the practical knowledge need in a competitive global job market. Internships are paid positions with salaries commensurate with credit hours; internships may be in-person, remote or hybrid, depending on the needs of the team. Employment in the Board's internship program is granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship. Interns receive a syllabus or research project plan outlining their projects and goals for the internship. Interns are assigned a supervisor or mentor to guide them through their internship, and regular check-in meetings with their manager to manage performance expectations and assist with learning goals. Interns have access to a wide range of training programs and events for professional development purposes.

Description

The Building Planning Section oversees the planning, design, and construction of new Reserve Bank buildings and major facility renovations. Program staff members are architecture and engineering professionals who review the programming and design of facility projects and the analyses of long-term facility planning options. Program staff surveys Reserve Bank facilities and makes recommendations regarding the operation and efficiency of the buildings and support systems and the effectiveness of facilities management and sustainability initiatives.

Our vision is to create and maintain resilient built environments that enhance efficiency, promote well-being, and inspire excellence in the Federal Reserve real estate portfolio, ensuring the highest standards of quality operability for the future.

The team currently consists of one mechanical engineer and two architects, and a vacant electrical engineer position.

Competencies: Career & self-development, communication, professionalism, teamwork, technology, learning agility.

Expected Projects: Organize and catalog our drawing storage room. Add digital drawing files to our existing drawing database. Convert our existing drawing database from Microsoft Access to a SharePoint online repository.

Participate in construction administration review phase of a large construction project to build a new cash vault facility in the northeastern United States.

Participate in 2027 Bank Reviews for Richmond and Minneapolis districts.

• Assist in developing Advance Information Requests (AIR).
• Review and comment on district AIR responses.

Perform design review on Bank projects designated for Technical Review and Conditional Approval.

Qualifications

Suggested Major/Minor: The applicant is currently pursuing an advanced degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field at a local (DC/MD/VA) university.

Required Skills and Knowledge: General understanding of construction drawings from a variety of disciplines including architecture, acoustic, kitchen specialty, structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, fire protection, life safety.

The applicant has a solid understanding of construction drawings.

The applicant is well-versed and comfortable with MS Access and SharePoint database systems, MS Office, AutoCAD, REVIT, and BlueBeam.

Preferred Skills: The applicant has good technical writing skills and is comfortable working in a team-centric environment.

Required Application Materials

• Required Documents: Attach a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript.
• US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2027 or later.
• Expected Start Date: May 2027
• Expected Schedule: 40 hours/week during the summer

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program fall 2027 or later.

Location

This role is in Washington, DC. and the intern must reside in the area and work on-site during the internship.

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

Job Type

Intern (Fixed Term)

Job Exempt

No

Relocation Provided

Yes

Compensation Grade(s)

FH Pay Grade 20

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