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We examine economic issues that deeply affect our communities, both within our six-state region of the Ninth Federal Reserve District and nationally.

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Our Focus

We conduct world-class research to inform and inspire policymakers and the public. We also produce economic research and provide high-impact analysis and advice to Bank leaders on monetary policy and other strategic initiatives.

Research and Economic Analysis

The Research Division has a long history of producing top-tier academic research on a range of long-term issues broadly related to the policy mission of the Federal Reserve System. We have a historic partnership with the University of Minnesota that has helped produce six Nobel Laureates. Our community is comprised of more than 100 policy economists, research analysts and assistants, consultants, and visiting scholars from around the world.

Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute

The Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute was established in January 2017. It's dedicated to conducting research to measure, analyze, and make recommendations to improve the economic well-being of all Americans. The Institute has three core areas:

  • Robust Visiting Scholar Program to build a strong community of researchers
  • Conference series that answers big questions
  • Broader community outreach and serve as hub for community groups, policymakers, policy analysts, and academics

Featured Research

"Long Haulers and Labor Market Outcomes"

Dasom Ham, July 7, 2022


"Inclusive Recessions, Inclusive Recoveries?"

Natalie Gubbay, Andrew Goodman-Bacon, and Abigail Wozniak, July 27, 2023

 

"Expanding Unemployment Insurance Coverage"

Amanda Michaud, March 27, 2023

 

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Begin Your Journey with Us

Our research assistant recruiting process typically starts in the fall with a start date the following summer.

Prepare

Review minimum qualifications and requirements.

  • Initial application should include

    Cover letter

    Statement describing your interest in graduate school (in cover letter or separate document)

    Transcripts

    Later in the process, you will be asked for a letter of recommendation from a professor.

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Apply

Be sure to carefully review your application before submitting.

  • Be Patient

    HR will review the applications with the hiring manager.

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Interview

We have a multi-stage interview process.

  • Let's Chat

    First stage: Phone interview with HR.

    Second stage: Skype interview with the hiring manager.

    Third stage: On-site interview with Division economists and research assistants.

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Accept

Offers are extended to fill full-time positions

  • It's Official!

    Upon accepting an offer, you will set your start date for the following Summer.

  • Congratulations!

    We look forward to working with you.

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Start

Your first week will be spent in orientation, onboarding, and learning.

  • Extensive Training

    Like learning? You will be exposed to a wide range of policy and research questions. You will develop tools to help answer those questions using statistical and computational software.

  • We're Family

    We pride ourselves in our warm and welcoming staff. Our Minneapolis office is located on the banks of the Mississippi River with easy access to paved biking and walking paths as well as the occasional bald eagle sighting.

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Work

By the end of your first week at the bank, you’ll feel ready to contribute.

  • Projects

    You will work with several economists on projects ranging from monetary policy, to educational outcomes, to current analysis, and more.

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We require a two year minimum commitment for all full-time research assistant positions. We accept applications, conduct interviews, and extend offers throughout the cycle.

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