2027 Summer Internship Program, Office of Employee Benefits (Finance and Accounting)
About this role
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta is hiring a summer finance intern for its Office of Employee Benefits in Newark, New Jersey. The office oversees benefit programs for about 80,000 current and former Federal Reserve employees and their beneficiaries, including the System Retirement Plan, health benefits, and life insurance. As a summer intern in Finance and Accounting, you will work on live reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and automation projects supporting retirement and health programs. The paid program is open to rising juniors with a strong academic record, and applications close November 14, 2026.
Posted on November 06, 2026, this opening appears in our Internships listings. The role is based on site in Newark, NJ, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. 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 Bank of Atlanta |
|---|---|
| Job title | 2027 Summer Internship Program, Office of Employee Benefits (Finance and Accounting) |
| Location | Newark, NJ |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Internship |
| Category | Internships |
| Salary | See source listing |
| Posted | November 06, 2026 |
| Listing source | American University Kogod Career Development |
What you will do day to day
Based on the employer's posting, a typical week in this position at Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta would centre on the following duties:
- Work on live reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
- Support retirement plan, health, and welfare program projects and budgets
- Apply practical controls such as COSO and ICOFR in daily work
- Support automation efforts through testing and build projects
- Prepare summaries and analysis for the Finance and Accounting team
What you will need
- Open to rising juniors pursuing a bachelor’s degree
- Demonstrated interest in business, finance, benefits, HR, or a related field
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Currently authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
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
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta has not published a fixed salary range in this listing, which is common for roles where pay is set by experience, grade, or location. Check the source listing for the current pay details, and compare the benefits below when judging the overall package.
Benefits listed by the employer
- Paid summer internship at a Federal Reserve Bank
- Professional development, networking, and free LinkedIn Learning access
- Free access to the FedFuel career development tool
- Flexible hours and a dress-for-your-day policy
- Experience with retirement and benefits programs affecting 80,000 people
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 source listing (American University Kogod Career Development), where the original posting is linked — always confirm the role, pay and deadline there before applying.
- Complete every field of the application on the source listing 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
Is this internship paid?
Yes. The posting states internships are paid; summer housing is not provided.
When do applications close?
Recruitment began November 6, 2026 and expires November 14, 2026, so apply quickly.
How do I apply for the 2027 Summer Internship Program, Office of Employee Benefits (Finance and Accounting) position?
Use the Apply button on this page — it opens the source listing on American University Kogod Career Development. US Jobs Hub never charges job seekers and does not collect applications itself.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for Newark, NJ and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.
Need help applying? Read our guide: Entry-Level Job Search Guide: Landing Your First Job — written for internships applicants in the USA.
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