Research - PhD Fellow

Federal Reserve System • Dallas, TX

34d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas invites applications for PhD Dissertation Fellow positions for the summer of 2026. This program provides an excellent opportunity for PhD students in economics to engage in high-quality research and gain valuable exposure to scholarly work conducted at the Dallas Fed. Fellows will have the opportunity to collaborate with the Bank's research economists, visiting scholars, and other dissertation fellows, fostering a rich academic and research environment.

Requirements

• Open to PhD students from all PhD-granting institutions (both domestic and international).
• Applicants must have passed their qualifying exams and reached the dissertation stage of their program.
• The program will be held in-person in Dallas, lasting from 4 to 12 weeks, during summer 2026
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S and the role is not available for sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to students expecting to complete their PhD in 2027.

Responsibilities

• Fellows are expected to deliver a formal presentation at the Dallas Fed's brownbag seminar series during the last two weeks of their fellowship.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees