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Federal Reserve System Jobs

Explore all our locations for a full time RA position or summer internship.

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A great way to prepare for a full-time RA position is to spend a summer with us as an intern! Our internships give you the opportunity to test drive the role of a research assistant, gain insights on courses that will help prepare you for a career in economics, and get valuable work experience in public service. 

Atlanta

Our economic and financial research and on-the-ground economic insights inform monetary policy, contribute to academic research, and foster a greater understanding of the overall economic environment.

Atlanta RA Program | Atlanta Research Focus

Application Period: 09/30 - 10/31

Boston

We examine and advise on matters related to monetary policy at the international and national levels, financial issues and their relevance to the real economy, and issues affecting the state economies of the New England region.

Boston RA Program | Boston Research Focus

Application Period: 09/06 - 10/04

Chicago

Our research supports the 7th District's ongoing analysis of the US and global economy and monetary policy as well as issues related to bank regulation, the payments system, and financial markets.

Chicago RA Program | Chicago Research Focus

Application Period: 08/29 - 12/01

Cleveland

Our research focuses on macroeconomic policy and forecasting, applied microeconomics, banking and finance, and regional conditions. We draw on this research to advise the Bank president on emerging policy issues within the Fourth District, across the nation, and around the world.

Cleveland RA Program | Cleveland Research Focus

Application Period: 09/13 - 10/21

Dallas

Our research and analysis focuses on providing insights on the global, national, and Texas economies and enhancing the understanding of key issues in banking, finance, and energy economics.

Dallas RA Program | Dallas Research Focus

Application Period: September

Kansas City

Our Economic Research Department studies and offers policy advice on economic topics related to macroeconomics and monetary policy, banking and financial markets, payments, and our seven-state region.

Kansas City RA Program | Kansas City Research Focus

Application Period: 09/19 - 11/30

Minneapolis

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

Minneapolis RA Program | Minneapolis Research Focus

Application Period: Late winter or early spring

New York

Our research focuses on far-reaching national and international economic topics and policy-oriented analysis, alongside local matters pertinent to the diverse and prominent Second District.

New York RA Program | New York Research Focus

Application Period: September through November

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.

Philadelphia RA Program | Philadelphia Research Focus

NOW HIRING

Richmond

Our research encompasses a broad range of topics, including monetary policy, macroeconomics with a focus on labor, financial markets and payments systems. We also have economists working on topics that help us provide a broad understanding of the economy and priorities for the Fifth District, like urban economics, climate change, health, and education.

Richmond RA Program | Richmond Research Focus

NOW HIRING

San Francisco

The Economic Research department is a center for innovative thinking about all aspects of the domestic and global economy. We conduct high-caliber research and provide in-depth and independent analysis to support monetary policy, supervision, and public information.

San Francisco RA Program | San Francisco Research Focus

Application Period: 08/12 - 10/31

St. Louis

The primary mission of the St. Louis Fed Research Division is to provide high-quality, timely advice to the Bank’s president about monetary policy and banking issues. Producing and communicating important economic research in areas such as macroeconomics, international economics, and regional economics are also crucial components of the Division’s responsibilities.

St. Louis RA Program | St. Louis Research Focus

Application Period: 08/28 - 10/15

Washington DC

Our research focuses on a wide variety of topics related to monetary policy, international finance, financial stability, payment systems, supervision and regulation of banks, and consumer and community affairs.

Board RA Program | Board Research Focus

Application Period: 09/04 - 10/15