Federal Reserve Bank of MinneapolisNOTE - This position is for current high school students only.
The Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis has an internship opportunity for a high school student with a strong interest in economics. Applications are invited from students who have completed or will complete economics coursework.
The high school internship is intended to provide students exposure to the field of economics. Additionally, it will help students acquire technical skills and economics research training that will prepare them to pursue post-high school studies in economics. The selected student will work with a research economist in the Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, who will act as a supervisor and mentor.
Application Deadline: Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Midnight
REQUIRED Application Materials:
1. Resume
2. Most Recent Academic Transcript Unofficial copies are acceptable.
3. Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position.
*All three items must be included for consideration.
Who is eligible?
Candidates who have completed or intend to complete economics coursework and candidates who can demonstrate work in progress towards a high school diploma.
What will you be doing?
The intern will assist the research economist with a broad range of tasks, including statistical analysis, literature reviews, library research, and data entry. The intern will have the opportunity to learn about ongoing economic research at the Bank by talking with economists and attending Research Department seminars.
Scheduled Hours Per Week: 6-10 hours per week (Mon-Fri during business hours), 100% on-site at the Bank
Internship Term: September 2026-May 2027 (academic year)
Pay $17.00 per hour
The Process:
Application review (will begin after the application deadline)
Brief phone screen (30 minutes) with Nikki Ortega, Talent Acquisition Specialist in the Talent & Engagement Division
Candidates will be selected and moved to a virtual interview (30 minutes) with the hiring manager of the Research Department
Final offer
If you have any questions during the application process, you may contact Nikki Ortega in the Talent & Engagement Division at Nikki.Ortega@mpls.frb.org
Additional Information:
The Bank believes that in-person engagement at work is critical to achieving our public service mission. Given this philosophy, employees in this role are expected to work onsite most days although some flexibility is available on an ad-hoc basis.
The Minneapolis Fed is committed to fostering an environment where all employees are respected and valued. We provide equal employment opportunity to all persons and we work together to pursue an economy that works for all of us.
Part time
Temporary
No
Internship Family Group
First (United States of America)
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Conducting the nation's monetary policy by influencing the monetary and credit conditions in the economy in pursuit of maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates.
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