Job Description

Company
Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
The Economic Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is recruiting for the position of Research Intern. The Department conducts innovative analysis and research on a variety of topics, including international trade, macroeconomics, monetary policy, and labor economics. For the summer of 2026, we are offering a paid research internship for an undergraduate student.
The Intern will work with a staff economist on an academic research project to extract labor market information from newspapers of the early 20th century. The main activity will include using Python to process the newspapers. This is an excellent position for someone who is passionate about research and considering a Ph.D. in economics. Interns develop technical skills and are exposed to a range of economic research topics.
Qualifications:

• Student in economics or a closely related field, such as statistics, mathematics, or computer science.
• Strong academic record with three years of undergraduate education preferred.
• Coursework or experience in economics required, coursework or experience in econometrics, mathematics, statistics, and computer science highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Python required, knowledge of R desirable.
• Experience with empirical research and data analysis highly desirable.

To Apply:

• Please attach a resume, cover letter, recommendation letters, and unofficial transcript copy. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• These positions are not eligible for sponsorship.
• We will review applications on a rolling basis, so applying early is recommended.
• Applications will be pre-screened prior to interview selections. You will receive notification if you have been selected for a phone interview.

Additional Information:
Location(s):
Fully Onsite: Yes (Up to 5 remote workdays per month)
Location(s): Kansas City, MO
Remote Only Eligible: No
Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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Full time
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Temporary
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No
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