Year-Round Graduate-Level Student Intern, Workforce and Workplace Management - Division of Supervision and Regulation - R024799
Primary Location : DC-Washington
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Employee Status : Temporary
Overtime Status : Non-exempt
Job Type : Internship : : : Relocation Provided: : No Compensation Grade Low: : FH Pay Grade 22 Compensation Grade High: : 22 Minimum Salary: : 68,900 Maximum Salary: : 68,900
Posting Date : Oct 24, 2024

Position Description

Minimum Education

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

Minimum Experience

0

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 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 a 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.

Position Requirements

US Citizenship is required for all Board internships and applicants must be current graduate-level students, graduating from their program Spring 2026 or later.

About the Team
The Workforce and Workplace Management (WWM) team in the Division of Supervision and Regulation aligns workforce development strategies and talent management programs with the strategic plans and priorities of the Division and Federal Reserve Board.
The WWM team’s mission is to support strategic initiatives within S&R and the System by overseeing the implementation of various Board workforce planning and human resources programs. These programs include conflicts of interest (COFI), performance management, position management, rewards and recognition, teleworking and alternative work schedule programs, job rotation programs, student internships, onboarding programs and workforce analytics. Additionally, WWM's role focuses on providing strategic consultation to S&R management team(s) and ensuring that these programs are implemented based on industry best practices and in line with the Board's policies.
About the Role
The WWM team is seeking a year-round graduate student intern to help support and manage several projects, research and administrative work in the Division of Supervision & Regulation. The intern will primarily focus on the administration of the conflicts of interest (COFI) program. This is a great opportunity for a graduate student with an academic focus in law, finance, public policy or public administration. The selected individual will complete assignments pertaining to conflicts of interest and all aspects of an embedded talent management team.
Responsibilities include:

• Provide support to the cross-sectional Conflicts of Interest (COFI) program.
• Assist the program manager and designated ethics officer in addressing specific conflicts of interest and compliance matters within the Board and Federal Reserve Banks.
• Support the administration of ethics and conflicts of interest training and maintain necessary training materials, procedures, FAQ’s.
• Support the review of confidential financial disclosure reports and related documents and assist financial disclosure filers to ensure reporting requirements are understood and necessary information is reported accurately.
• Process credentials for staff conducting bank examinations/inspections and facilitate conflicts checks for Board and Federal Reserve Banks.

Talent management support, including but not limited to the following areas:

• Recruitment/onboarding
• Rewards & recognition
• Internship programming
• Performance management
• Workday data entry and talent management administration
• Drafting communications, research of best talent management practices, program improvement, and evaluation.
• Managing various SharePoint sites, lists, and libraries
• Participation in special projects as assigned; may implement project recommendations.

Over the course of the internship, the student will:

• Improve upon written and presentation skills;
• Improve upon analytical skills;
• Participate in creating leadership and staff development recommendations;
• Suggest process, policy and program enhancements;
• Gain experience in both COFI and talent management programming.

Suggested Education/Major: Pursuing graduate level degree in human resources, law, finance, public policy, public administration, business management, or related field.

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams;
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills;
• Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality in all areas of responsibilities.
• Demonstrated interest in Ethics, Compliance, and Legal matters.

Preferred Skills/Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Notes

• Anticipated Work Hours: During the summer, 40 hours per week; during the school semesters, min 15-20 hours per week
• Anticipated Start Date: January 2025
• Anticipated Work Environment: This internship can be completed fully remote OR in a hybrid capacity in Washington, DC.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or application, membership, or service in the uniformed services.

Req ID: R024799