Omaha – Regional Affairs Economics, Internship – Summer 2027
About The Position
The Omaha branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is hiring a paid, ten-week summer intern to support Regional Affairs Economics. The intern will assist with data handling and exploratory analysis on regional or agriculture-related topics, provide research support for Bank and academic publications, analyze data using appropriate statistical methods, and develop and document data collection processes. The role offers exposure to a range of economic research topics and opportunities to develop technical skills, and is well suited to someone passionate about research and considering a Ph.D. in economics. The position is on-site in Omaha, Nebraska, with five days per month of remote-work flexibility. The pay rate is $21.00 per hour. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Applications must include a resume with graduation date and an unofficial transcript; a cover letter is optional. Incomplete applications will not be considered, and documents cannot be attached after submission.
Requirements
- Undergraduate students must have a graduation date between May 2027 and May 2028, or applicants must be current graduate students.
- Pursuing a degree in economics or a closely related field such as statistics, mathematics, or computer science.
- Exceptional academic record.
- Strong analytical foundation.
- Solid written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently toward desired goals.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Submit a resume that includes graduation date and an unofficial transcript; incomplete applications will not be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Cover letter (optional).
- Passion for research and consideration of a Ph.D. in economics.
Responsibilities
- Provide research support for Bank and academic publications.
- Analyze data using appropriate statistical methods.
- Develop and document data collection processes.
- Assist with data handling and exploratory analysis on regional or agriculture-related topics.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
