2027 Intern - Community, Engagement & Development (Houston)

Location: Houston, TX office. Temporary, full-time summer internship (approximately 10–12 weeks, mid-to-late May through August, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; some additional hours may be required). No visa sponsorship available; applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.

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.

About the Internship Program

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Internship Program is a prestigious, cohort-based experience that attracts top talent from across the country for paid, full-time summer internships spanning majors and functional areas – from economic research and finance to Cash Services, IT, and beyond. While interns take on a specific functional role for the summer with meaningful work and opportunities to grow, the program offers much more than a single assignment. Dedicated staff mentors help launch your career, and curated cohort programming provides broad exposure to central banking, direct access to senior leaders and industry experts, and dedicated learning and development opportunities. As part of the Federal Reserve System, you'll also build a professional network of peers that spans the nation.

About Your Team

We know the breadth of expertise that exists outside the Bank is always going to exceed what we have inside the Bank, so it’s our job to help connect with that expertise and bring in relevant information. We create events and other opportunities to exchange information, and we analyze the economic information we gather to inform the Dallas Fed’s understanding of the 11th District economy. This internship will have the ability to specifically focus on the banking or energy sectors.

What You’ll Do

• Speak with business and community leaders about current economic conditions
• Follow trends in banking, energy, and the broader economy to help our team identify priority issues for outreach discussions
• Draft summaries and briefs to relay policy-relevant information to senior leaders at the Bank
• Support the planning and execution of outreach meetings and programs
• Utilize the Salesforce CRM to track, analyze, and improve outreach effectiveness

What You Bring

• Undergraduate or graduate coursework focusing on economics, business, public policy, or a related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• General understanding of economics
• Intellectual curiosity

Our Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Broader networking opportunities across the District
• Downtown location with free parking
• 24/7 on-site fitness center (Dallas & Houston offices)
• On-site café and coffee shop

Notes

• Participation in our internship program is a valuable learning opportunity and does not guarantee future employment.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.; the role is not available for sponsorship.
• If you need special accommodation during your interview process, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.
• Application deadline: Wednesday, October 28.