Summer 2027 Internship Program
About this role
The Federal Reserve Board has opened its 2027–28 internship program, with Summer 2027 postings going live in mid-October 2026. About sixteen internships are available across areas like economic research, data and AI analysis, integrated technology solutions, and consumer compliance — most run 10 to 12 weeks starting in late May or early June 2027. Pay is strong for an internship: most postings list $26.68 to $33.65 an hour, and IT postings list $26.68 to $28.37 an hour. Several postings carry fixed closing dates of October 30 or November 1, 2026, and interviews run through the fall with offers finalized by December — so interested students should apply soon through the Board’s own careers site.
Posted on October 23, 2026, this opening appears in our Internships listings. The role is based on site in Washington, DC, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. The advertised pay for the position is $55,494 – $69,992/yr, as published by the employer. The sections below summarise the role in our own words: what you would be doing, what the employer expects, what is offered in return, and exactly how to apply.
Job snapshot
| Employer | Federal Reserve Board |
|---|---|
| Job title | Summer 2027 Internship Program |
| Location | Washington, DC |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Internship |
| Category | Internships |
| Salary | $55,494 – $69,992/yr |
| Posted | October 23, 2026 |
| Listing source | Extern internship guide (Oct 2026) |
What you will do day to day
While every employer organises the work slightly differently, the core of this Summer 2027 Internship Program role at Federal Reserve Board covers the following:
- Support research, analysis, or technology projects in your assigned division
- Produce written analysis, data work, or technical deliverables
- Present findings to mentors and team members
- Attend briefings and professional development sessions
- Collaborate with economists, analysts, or technologists depending on the track
What you will need
- US citizen
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program
- Returning to school after the internship (graduation August 2027 or later for summer postings)
- Strong academic record relevant to the chosen track
- Apply through the Federal Reserve Board’s own careers site
This opportunity suits a current student or recent graduate who wants supervised, hands-on experience and a reference point for their first full application.
Pay and benefits
The advertised salary range for this position is $55,494 – $69,992/yr, as published by Federal Reserve Board. Final offers in US hiring typically depend on experience, qualifications, and location, and the official listing remains the authoritative source for pay details. Alongside pay, weigh the benefits below — health cover, paid leave, and retirement contributions can add significant value on top of the base figure.
Benefits listed by the employer
- $26.68–$33.65 per hour depending on the posting
- 10–12 week summer program in Washington, DC
- Priority consideration for 2027 Research Assistant openings (economic research track)
- Prestigious central-banking experience for your resume
How to apply
- Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
- Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
- Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the official listing (Extern internship guide (Oct 2026)), where applications are submitted directly to Federal Reserve Board.
- Complete every field of the official application and double-check your contact details before submitting.
- Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Apply months ahead for summer programs — many close in the preceding autumn.
- Tailor your résumé to the posting and include relevant coursework and projects.
- Ask about conversion to a full-time role — good programs hire from their intern pool.
- Prepare two or three questions about the team to ask at interview.
Frequently asked questions
When do applications close?
Six postings have fixed end dates of October 30 or November 1, 2026; the rest show no end date — apply early.
Are the internships remote?
Most summer postings require an on-site presence in Washington, DC.
How do I apply for the Summer 2027 Internship Program position?
Use the Apply button on this page — it opens the official listing on Extern internship guide (Oct 2026), where you submit your application directly to Federal Reserve Board. US Jobs Hub never charges job seekers and does not collect applications itself.
What is the salary for this Summer 2027 Internship Program role?
The advertised range is $55,494 – $69,992/yr, as published by the employer. The final offer depends on experience, qualifications, and location, so confirm the current figure on the official listing before you apply.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for Washington, DC and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.