Summer 2027 Intern, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago (Chicago, IL)
Posted October 21, 2026
Description:
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is recognized as one of the most influential, trusted and prestigious financial institutions in the world. We serve the Seventh District encompassing Iowa and most of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin, and is one of the 12 regional Reserve Banks in the United States. Together with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., the 12 Banks constitute the nation’s central bank.
Position Duties:
This internship gives you the opportunity to work for a regulatory bank dedicated to the public good by engaging in project-based assignments and professional development activities aligned with our mission. You will gain insights to the Federal Reserve System while contributing to your assigned department and build relationships with subject matters experts, Bank leadership, and fellow interns. You will work in a collaborative environment that fosters inclusion, reflecting all the communities we serve. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties might differ from those outlined in this job description.
Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Residency
- Must be a current, matriculated student in an accredited program graduating December 2027 or later
- 2.75 GPA (unofficial transcripts might be asked to submit)
- Intermediate working knowledge of Word and Excel
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to verbally present information and respond to questions from small to medium groups
- Ability to interpret data and analytics to develop insights, tell stories, support the decision-making process, and measure impact
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated
- Ability to interact with internal and external clients professionally in a fast paced, high-energy environment
- Ability to be an independent worker with a team player attitude
Hours and Compensation:
- 40 hours week throughout the duration of the 10-12 week internship program.
- The anticipated hourly compensation range for this internship is $20 to $33, with the specific rate offered determined by the candidate’s academic level.
How to Apply:
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