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Year-Round Intern- Public Affairs - Division of Board Members - R024462

Primary Location : DC-Washington

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Employee Status : Temporary

Overtime Status : Non-exempt

Job Type : Internship

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Relocation Provided: : No

Compensation Grade Low: : FH Pay Grade 20

Compensation Grade High: : FH Pay Grade 22

Minimum Salary: : $25.00

Maximum Salary: : $33.13

Posting Date : May 10, 2024

Minimum Education

Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship.

Minimum Experience

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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.

About the Team & Role
 
The Public Affairs Office at the Federal Reserve Board is responsible for media/reporter engagement and external communication for the agency. The Public Affairs intern will assist the office with handling incoming reporter inquiries; monitor and compile stories about and relevant to the Federal Reserve; handle various research tasks, often on short deadlines; and support administrative tasks within the office. The intern will work with all members of the office as well as senior staff through the agency. 

Competencies and Learning Objectives: Teamwork, communications, critical thinking, professionalism


Qualifications

• Suggested Major/Minor: Communications, economics, finance; some graduate coursework preferred
• Required Skills and Knowledge: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Preferred Skills: Familiarity with news media and economics/finance
• Required Documents for application: To be in consideration for this role, please include the following documents with your application upon submission.
• Resume
• Cover letter- please include the days and hours you will be available to work during the fall semester
• Copy of your unofficial transcript

 
Notes

• US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program Spring 2025 or later.
• Anticipated Work Environment: this internship will require an onsite presence, though there may be a virtual component.
• Anticipated Work Hours: Candidates must be able to work with a minimum of 32 hours per week (four full days) required.
• Anticipated Start Date: Early September