Summer 2025 Intern, Business Operations & Program Management - IF

$54,995 - $69,992/Yr

Federal Reserve Bank - Washington, DC

Full-time - Intern

Washington, DC

Monetary Authorities-Central Bank

About the position

The Federal Reserve Board (Board) offers a unique opportunity for students through its Summer 2025 Internship program in Business Operations & Program Management. This program is designed to provide valuable work experience for undergraduate and graduate students who are considering careers in various fields such as economics, finance, accounting, information systems, and data analysis. The Board believes that by combining academic endeavors with project-related work experience, students can gain the practical knowledge necessary to thrive in a competitive global job market. Internships are paid positions, with salaries commensurate with credit hours, and may be conducted in-person, remotely, or in a hybrid format depending on the needs of the team. Interns will be assigned to the Business Operations & Program Management (BOPM) team, which serves as the business support team within the Division of International Finance. The intern will assist with a variety of projects aimed at enhancing staff engagement, fostering an inclusive workplace culture, and supporting business practices for optimized performance. The BOPM team is involved in employee engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives, strategic planning, leadership and career development, onboarding, recruiting, analytics and reporting, travel, and communication programs. Interns will have the opportunity to learn and work across these functional areas, performing assignments that can be tailored to their interests. The internship will involve conducting research to identify best practices, writing and editing content for publication, developing visuals and graphics, providing planning and logistics support for events, enhancing internal SharePoint sites, conducting data analysis, and assisting with strategic communications related to the travel program. Interns are expected to share recommendations and insights for process improvements, demonstrating agility, curiosity, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The internship will also include access to a syllabus or research project plan outlining the projects and goals, regular check-ins with a supervisor or mentor, and opportunities for professional development through various training programs and events.

Responsibilities

• Assist members of the Business Operations & Program Management (BOPM) team with various projects.
• Conduct research to identify best practices and resources for team initiatives.
• Write and edit content for publication in division digests and other communication vehicles.
• Develop and select visuals and graphics to enhance work output.
• Provide planning and logistics support for events.
• Enhance the team's internal SharePoint sites and ensure quality control.
• Conduct data analysis and provide insights using internal records.
• Assist with strategic communications related to the travel program.
• Provide recommendations on business process improvements.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university.
• Returning to continue studies after the internship.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in editing and proofreading documents.
• Ability to manage time effectively and plan accordingly.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with editing and maintaining SharePoint sites.
• Familiarity with Canva or other visual editing software.
• Knowledge of basic statistics and analytics concepts.
• Ability to learn and synthesize information quickly.

Benefits

• Access to LinkedIn Learning & R programming courses.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.
• Flexible schedule.
• Dining options on-site.
• On-site fitness center.
• Public transit benefits.