Year-Round Graduate Intern- Public Information Outreach

Towson; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Board is seeking a Year-Round Graduate Intern for Public Information Outreach in Washington, DC. The intern supports daily web publication, larger web design projects, content coordination, and social media efforts as part of the Public Information Outreach team.

Responsibilities include reviewing content, coordinating with IT and content providers, and assisting with Economic Education programs and events.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a graduate degree program and returning to studies after the internship.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with content management systems and basic HTML.

Responsibilities

• Assist section staff with daily web publication tasks and larger web design projects.
• Coordinate posting details with content providers, IT support, and Board Public Affairs.
• Review and approve content for publication and ensure 508 compliance where applicable.
• Contribute posts to Board social media accounts and research new platforms and trends.
• Support Economic Education programs, outreach and event planning.

Skills

Communications

Writing

Multi-tasking

Organization

Teamwork

New technologies

Education

Graduate degree (enrolled) in Communications, Economics, Public Relations, Finance or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Content management systems

HTML

Job description

Year-Round Graduate Intern- Public Information Outreach

Job Description - Year-Round Graduate Intern - Public Information Outreach - Division of Board Members (R025769)

Year-Round Graduate Intern - Public Information Outreach - Division of Board Members-R025769

Primary Location

:DC-Washington

Employee Status

:Temporary

Overtime Status

:Non-exempt

Job Type

:Internship

Relocation Provided:No

Compensation Grade Low:FH Pay Grade 22

Compensation Grade High:FH Pay Grade 22

Minimum Salary:$33.65

Maximum Salary:$33.65

Posting Date

:Aug 6, 2026

Position Description

Minimum Education
Enrolled in a 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 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 a 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.

Position Requirements

About the Role

The Public Information Outreach (PIO) Program is responsible for leading the division’s efforts to execute public communication initiatives to expand the Board’s outreach and to build and sustain various communication platforms to educate and inform the public including management of the Board’s public website and social media platforms.

The intern would be responsible for assisting section staff with daily web publication responsibilities as well as assisting with larger web design projects and with coordinating online public communications. Staff would work on reviewing and approving web content for publication, which includes coordinating posting details with content providers, IT support, and Board Public Affairs. The intern may work on section 508 compliance for content posted on the Board's public website. The intern would also participate in the work of the section on the Board’s official social media accounts, including writing posts for social media and researching new platforms and trends. The intern would also contribute to Economic Education programs and event planning, outreach, and engagement.

• Anticipated Work Environment:This position will require an on-site presence in Washington, DC for all anticipated workdays throughout the entire duration of the internship.
• Expected Work Hours:32-40 hours per week during the school semesters, 40 hours/week during the summer
• Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2026 (ASAP)
• Internship Length: One year, with possibility of extending

Requirements

Suggested Major/Minor:Must be pursuing a graduate level degree in Communications, Economics, Public Relations, Finance or another related field of study, graduating Fall 2027 or later.

Competencies/Learning Objectives: Communications, writing, multi-tasking, organization, teamwork, new technologies.

Required Skills and Knowledge:Proofreading, writing, Microsoft products, experience with content management systems or HTML.

Preferred Skills:Social media, Artificial Intelligence (AI) experience.

Notes

• To be eligible for this internship position, candidates must be aU.S. Citizen, and must be enrolled in an accredited graduate level program,graduating from their programFall 2027 or later.
• A copy of your unofficial transcript may be requested.