Intern - Business Operations Planning & Analysis - RBOPS (Finance)

Minimum Education

Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship.

Minimum Experience

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Summary

The Federal Reserve Board (Board) provides students opportunities for career success. The Board's Internship program is designed to provide valuable work experience for undergraduate and graduate students considering careers including, but not limited to, economics, finance and accounting, information systems, and data analysis. The Board believes that by combining academic endeavors with project-related work experience, qualified and capable college students can gain the practical knowledge need in a competitive global job market. Internships are paid positions with salaries commensurate with credit hours; internships may be in-person, remote or hybrid, depending on the needs of the team. Employment in the Board's internship program is granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship. Interns receive a syllabus or research project plan outlining their projects and goals for the internship. Interns are assigned a supervisor or mentor to guide them through their internship, and regular check-in meetings with their manager to manage performance expectations and assist with learning goals. Interns have access to a wide range of training programs and events for professional development purposes.Qualifications:
The applicant is currently pursuing an advanced degree in architecture, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or structural engineering at a local (DC/MD/VA) university.

Competencies: Career & self-development, strong communication skills, professionalism, teamwork, technology.
The successful candidate will be helping maintain and update an electronic drawing database system, as well as other career related tasks.

Overview of Division, Section and Team: The Building Planning Section oversees the planning, design, and construction of new Reserve Bank buildings and major facility renovations. Program staff members are architecture and engineering professionals who review the programming and design of facility projects and the analyses of long-term facility planning options. Program staff surveys Reserve Bank facilities and makes recommendations regarding the operation and efficiency of the buildings and support systems and the effectiveness of facilities management and sustainability initiatives.

Our vision is to create and maintain resilient built environments that enhance efficiency, promote well-being, and inspire excellence in the Federal Reserve real estate portfolio, ensuring the highest standards of quality operability for the future. The team currently consists of one mechanical engineer and two architects.

Expected Projects:
Organize and catalog our drawing storage room.
Add digital drawing files to our existing drawing database.
Convert our existing drawing database from Microsoft Access to a SharePoint online repository.
Participate in design review phase of the New York Cash Services Center (CSC) Program.
Participate in 2025 Bank Reviews for Philadelphia, St. Louis and Chicago districts.
a. Assist in developing Advance Information Requests (AIR).
b. Review and comment on district AIR responses.

Perform design review on Bank projects designated for Technical Review and Conditional Approval.

Suggested Major/Minor: Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering
Keywords: architecture, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering

Required Skills and Knowledge: General understanding of construction drawings from a variety of disciplines including architecture, acoustic, kitchen specialty, structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, fire protection, life safety.

The applicant has a solid understanding of construction drawings.
The applicant is well-versed and comfortable with MS Access and SharePoint database systems.

Preferred Skills: The applicant should have good technical writing skills and be comfortable working in a team-centric environment.

Required Documents for application: A copy of an unofficial transcript may be requested. Please provide a cover letter, resume, and a technical writing sample.

Notes:

• US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current students, graduating from their program August 2026 or later. Proof of enrollment will be required.
• This internship must be completed in-person in Washington, DC.
• Candidates must be able to work at a minimum of 20 hours per week during the school year, 40 hours per week during the summer
• This internship duration shall not exceed 180 days from a candidate's start date.

Learn more about our internship program: https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers-internships.htm