About the role#
This is a full-time, paid summer 2027 internship based in Houston. You will join the Community, Engagement and Development team to bridge the gap between the Bank and the external economy. Your work will focus on gathering insights from business and community leaders to inform our understanding of the 11th District economy, with specific opportunities to focus on the banking or energy sectors.
What you'll do#
- Talk with business and community leaders about current economic conditions.
- Track trends in banking, energy, and the broader economy to help the team identify priority issues.
- Draft summaries and briefs to share policy-relevant information with senior Bank leaders.
- Help plan and run outreach meetings and programs.
- Use Salesforce CRM to track and analyze the effectiveness of our outreach efforts.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate or graduate coursework in economics, business, public policy, or a related field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A general understanding of economics.
- Intellectual curiosity.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
About Federal Reserve System
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