Boston Fed Research Associate Opportunity

The Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is currently accepting applications for our research associate program for positions that start in June 2027.   

  
The research associate (RA) program at the Boston Fed is a two-year program designed for recent college graduates with a bachelor’s or master’s in economics, math, statistics, or a related field. It is a great opportunity to gain knowledgeable experience in longer term economic research projects as well as exposure to monetary policy. 
 
Additional details about the program including the application link can be found on the web: Research Associate Program

BSOS Suit Yourself Clothing Award

 

Need professional clothing for an upcoming career fair, graduate school interview, internship, or networking event?

The BSOS Suit Yourself Clothing Award provides a one-time $200 award to all current BSOS undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need for professional clothing. The application is brief and easy to complete.

Dress to impress for upcoming professional opportunities, including:

• Career & Internship Fairs at UMD
• Federal Employer Sessions
• Intern for a Day
• View examples of professional attire

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadline until available funds are exhausted.

*Please note: Students who have previously received a Suit Yourself award are not eligible for a second stipend.

Sponsored by the Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning in BSOS.

Questions? Contact the Feller Center at bsoscareers@umd.edu.

Brookings Research Assistant Opportunities for 2027

The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is recruiting for several full-time research assistant positions beginning in summer 2027. These two-year appointments are an excellent opportunity for recent graduates interested in economic and public policy research.
 
Students can read more about being a research assistant in Economic Studies here.
 
Apply here to the Economic Studies research assistant pool. The preferred start date is between June 1 and July 31, 2027.
 
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree by summer 2027 in economics, mathematics/statistics, public policy, or another social science with a minor in economics.
 
Applications are due October 16, 2026, and will be reviewed after the deadline. We expect to complete selections by mid-November.
 
We are also recruiting for two opportunities with The Hamilton Project:
 
Research Assistant, The Hamilton Project
 
Senior Research Assistant, The Hamilton Project — please note that this position requires at least one year of relevant research work experience and is more appropriate for alumni.
 
The Hamilton Project positions are best suited for candidates with an undergraduate degree in economics, data science, statistics, public policy, or another social science with a minor in economics. The preferred start date is between May 1 and July 1, 2027.
 
The Hamilton Project applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted within 4–6 weeks of submission, potentially earlier.
 
All positions are hybrid and based in Washington, DC. Application requirements differ by position, so applicants should read each posting carefully.

BSOS Peer Mentors Application Open!

The Peer Mentor Program is a component of the student services offered by the BSOS Feller Center. The primary role of Peer Mentors is to facilitate the BSOS Graduation Planning Workshops each semester and conduct various presentations in BSOS UNIV100 and BSOS361 sections.

Through the services they provide to fellow students, Peer Mentors gain leadership, presentation, and public speaking skills. In preparation for their required tasks, all Peer Mentors are expected to attend weekly class sessions for a semester and serve for at least two semesters. Throughout this time, they learn relevant BSOS and UMD policies and expectations so they can accurately and concisely communicate them with students who attend the workshops.

After their initial training semester, students will independently conduct their graduation planning workshops and volunteer for other opportunities to help students plan their time at UMD. Students will earn 1 academic credit after successful completion of each semester.

Requirements/Application

• Minimum two semesters as a BSOS Major
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Must be in good judicial/academic standing

APPLY HERE

Research Assistant and internship opportunities at the Federal Reserve Board

We wanted to make you aware of Research Assistant and internship opportunities at the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington, D.C.

Research Assistants

We are recruiting Research Assistants to start in summer 2027. These full-time, two-year, on-site positions offer salary and benefits, including tuition assistance. Research Assistants work with the Board’s Ph.D. economists on cutting-edge research and policy issues while developing skills for graduate study or other careers.

 

Applications are being accepted until October 15, 2026. This will be our only application window this hiring cycle.

 

We seek candidates with strong academic records that include intermediate or advanced economics coursework and solid foundations in mathematics and statistics, as well as excellent communication skills. Preferred additional qualifications include research experience, coding skills, and familiarity with R, Python, STATA, or MATLAB. Note that U.S. citizenship is required for this position. More details and application instructions are available on our RA careers website.

 

Additional RA Opportunities: The 12 Federal Reserve Banks around the country are also hiring Research Assistants with similar roles. Visit www.fedeconjobs.org for complete information for each Reserve Bank. Candidates must apply separately to each location and may apply to multiple Federal Reserve locations.

 

Internships

Starting in October, we will be recruiting interns for summer 2027. Our internships run for 10 to 12 weeks, starting in late May or early June. Internships are paid positions with salaries commensurate with years completed of a higher education program and are located at our offices in Washington, D.C. Applicants must be U.S. citizens currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship. More details and application instructions are available on our internship careers website.