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Philadelphia
Our research spans from urban economics to consumer finance to macroeconomics and monetary policy. Our academic research and analysis of local and national economic developments are integral to the Philadelphia Fed's monetary policy deliberations.
Our Focus
Our work provides insights on many facets of our economy, both within our three-state region of the Third Federal Reserve District, and nationally.
Consumer Finance
The Third District is home to numerous consumer finance institutions and consumers' decisions are vital to understanding the U.S. economy. As a research assistant, you will help our economists analyze data to better understand topics like:
- The Aggregate Implications of Microeconomic Consumer Behavior
- Housing and Demographic Changes
- Consumer Debt and Bankruptcy
Regional and Urban Expertise
The Third District is also known as a microcosm of the U.S. economy and our surveys of regional economic activity are closely watched by the public. Our RAs assist our regional economists in studying topics including:
- Urban Economics
- Spatial Analysis
- Labor Mobility and Migration
Featured Research
"Reopening the Economy: What Are the Risks, and What Have States Done?"
Enghin Atalay, Shigeru Fujita, Sreyas Mahadevan, Ryan Michaels, Tal Roded, Research Brief July 2020
Jeffrey Brinkman with Jeffrey Lin, Working Paper 19-29
“Natural Amenities, Neighborhood Dynamics, and Persistence in the Spatial Distribution of Income”
Jeffrey Lin and Sanghoon Lee, The Review of Economic Studies, 663-694
Begin Your Journey with Us
Our research assistant recruiting cycle usually runs from September through March. We usually post for summer internships from late December through February.
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Apply
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Interview
Be ready to schedule a video appointment.
Accept
Offers are extended to fill intern and full-time positions.
Start
Your first week will be spent onboarding and learning.
Work
After your first week at the bank, you'll feel ready to contribute
We accept applications, conduct interviews, and extend offers throughout the cycle.
Denotes full-time position
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