Summer 2027 Intern – System Engineer – IT

Federal Reserve Board; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Board invites students to join its internship program in Washington, DC. Interns gain hands-on experience across economics, finance, accounting, information systems, and data analysis, with paid salaries commensurate with credit hours.

Internships may be in-person, remote or hybrid depending on team needs. U.S. citizenship is required, and applicants must be enrolled and returning to studies after the internship.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and returning to continue studies after the internship.
• 0-steps minimum experience; internships designed for students.
• Interns work with DevSecOps toolchain and cloud infrastructure as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with automation scripting (Python) to streamline platform administration and CI/CD tasks.
• Support ongoing GitLab platform operations and migration-related work.
• Contribute to Infrastructure-as-Code work (Terraform) under senior engineer review.
• Gain hands-on exposure to containerization/orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Assist with platform patching, upgrades, and ticket triage across GitLab, Nexus, Jira, and Fortify.
• Help maintain internal documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles.
• Participate in team standups, sprint planning, and code/change reviews.

Skills

Linux CLI

Python

Cloud concepts

Automation

Communication

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

GitLab

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Jira

CI/CD

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.

Team supporting the Board's DevSecOps toolchain: GitLab, Nexus, Fortify, Jira, CI/CD pipelines and runners (hosted on AWS), Kubernetes, and Terraform-managed infrastructure.

Expected Projects And Responsibilities

• Assist with automation scripting (Python) to streamline platform administration and CI/CD tasks, using AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude Code) where applicable
• Support ongoing GitLab platform operations and migration-related work (repository/pipeline setup, testing)
• Contribute to Infrastructure-as-Code work (Terraform) under senior engineer review
• Gain hands‑on exposure to containerization/orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Assist with platform patching, upgrades, and ticket triage across GitLab, Nexus, Jira, and Fortify
• Help maintain internal documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles
• Participate in team standups, sprint planning, and code/change reviews

Suggested Major/minor Fields Of Study

• Major: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or an equivalent technical field
• Minor/complementary coursework: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Data Science

Skills & Qualifications

Required skills and knowledge:

• Working knowledge of the Linux command-line environment
• Exposure to at least one programming or scripting language (Python strongly preferred)
• Foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts (AWS preferred)
• Demonstrated interest in automation and DevOps/DevSecOps practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective written and verbal communication

Preferred Skills And Knowledge

• Hands‑on experience with Git/GitLab or another version‑control system
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline concepts and tooling
• Exposure to Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Terraform) and/or containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot)
• Coursework or personal projects involving cybersecurity, software engineering, or systems administration
• Familiarity with issue‑tracking tools such as Jira

Application Materials

• Resume (required)
• Unofficial transcript (required)
• Optional: cover letter, writing sample, or a link to relevant coursework/personal projects (e.g., GitHub) demonstrating programming or automation experience

Location

This position requires an onsite presence at our offices in Washington, D.C. [Summer internships should be onsite, but we encourage flexibility for year‑round internships]

Note: U.S. Citizenship is required. Applicants must be current students, graduating from their program August 2027 or later. Proof of enrollment will be required.

Job Type

Intern (Fixed Term)

Job Exempt

No

Relocation Provided

No

Compensation Grade(s)

FH Pay Grade 20 - FH Pay Grade 22

Pay

$26.68 - $28.37

Rehabilitation Act

The Board complies with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and provides job applicants with disabilities reasonable accommodations to assist them in applying for jobs at the Board. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job at the Board, please call 202-452-3880 or e‑mail [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or application, membership, or service in the uniformed services.

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