Summer Internship

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

We are dedicated to serving the public by promoting a strong financial system and a healthy economy for all. These efforts take a team of dedicated individuals doing many different jobs. Together we’re creating a workplace where talented people can thrive, and we welcome your unique background and perspective to help present the best possible solutions for our partners.

Location: #LI-Onsite. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.

ABOUT THE DALLAS FED:

At the Dallas Fed we serve the public by partnering with communities and businesses, promoting jobs and stable prices, and keeping your money safe and available. We welcome different perspectives, ideas, and experiences. As part of the nation’s central bank, we are committed to improving the economy and our communities. Are you ready to make a difference?

Learn more about the Dallas Fed: www.dallasfed.org/fed

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:

We offer paid, full-time summer internships for many majors, with fulfilling work and opportunities to grow. To help launch your career, we provide dedicated staff mentors. You’ll also learn from senior leaders and industry experts. As part of the Federal Reserve System, you’ll be connected to a professional network that spans the nation. You will begin in early June 2026 and will be based in the Dallas office.

Learn more about our internship program: www.dallasfed.org/internships

ABOUT YOUR TEAM:

The Dallas Fed's Community Development (CD) team promotes the economic resilience and mobility of low- and moderate-income (LMI) individuals, families and communities in the Eleventh District through ongoing research, targeted initiatives, and outreach. The Community Development intern will support key CD initiatives and research efforts with principal responsibilities including:

Providing assistance on a new qualitative research effort focused on understanding state approaches to economic development in lower-income communities Supporting implementation of the Advance Together initiative focused on improving education-to-employment pathways in participating communities Helping Community Development research staff develop and operationalize improvement plan for dissemination of its content to external audiences.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Support qualitative data collection and analysis, including working with internal and external partners to coordinate focus groups or interviews as part of overall data collection process

• Summarize outreach discussions with external stakeholders and qualitative research findings through written and/or presentation formats

• Contribute to the planning and execution of Advance Together meetings, events, and learning content for participating communities

• Brainstorm appropriate communication avenues and outlets for disseminating CD research content in partnership with CD research team; test and refine ideas for ongoing improvement

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Undergraduate coursework in community development, urban planning/urban studies, business, economics, finance, statistics, or related field

• Strong communication, qualitative research, writing, and analytical skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

• Experience or academic interest in community development, public policy or municipal research and practice is a plus

OUR BENEFITS:

• Professional development opportunities

• Broader networking opportunities across District

• Downtown location with free parking

• 24/7 on-site fitness center (Houston, Dallas)

• On-site café and coffee shop

WORK HOURS:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (40 hours/ week). Some additional hours may be required

NOTES:

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S and the role is not available for sponsorship.

If you need special accommodations during your interview process, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Position will be posted for 10 business days from postdate.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Temporary

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Job Category

Internship Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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