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How to Apply for Research Assistant Positions in the Economic Research Divisions

Most hiring is done in March and April for positions that are available in the summer months.  Completed applications must be submitted by January 31.  A few positions become available throughout the year, so we accept applications year-round.

Citizenship Requirements

The Board gives preference in hiring to qualified U.S. citizens and nationals. Therefore, applicants for research assistant positions must be U.S. citizens or nationals.

Application Instructions

Note that all of the information requested below, including recommendation letters, must be received before your application will be considered.

Send the following materials by e-mail to researchassistant@frb.gov. Applications will be circulated to all three divisions.

  1. Cover letter
  2. Résumé
  3. Unofficial Transcript. If you have attended more than one college or university, submit transcripts from each school. If you are selected for an interview, official transcripts will be requested.
  4. Two letters of recommendation. Both letters must be written by college professors. Arrange for all letters to be sent via e-mail.
  5. Candidate Survey of Interests Form
  6. Job Application form (273 KB PDF)
Dustin Rawlins
Division of Research and Statistics
Phone: (202) 452-3374		 Rebecca Young
Division of Monetary Affairs
Phone: (202) 452-3252
 Angela Fuller
Division of International Finance
Phone: (202) 872-4912

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