External Communications Intern - 2027 at Federal Reserve System in Cleveland, OH

Job description

Company Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland is part of the nation’s central bank. We’ve provided many opportunities for professional growth during our history. For twenty-seven years in a row, we’ve been named “One of Northeast Ohio’s Best Places to Work” by North Coast 99. This prestigious award honors organizations with outstanding employment practices, including compensation, benefits, training, recruitment, retention, community services, and employee communications. Our People Make the Difference! The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland is seeking innovative thinkers with vision to build the framework that will carry the Bank into the future. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and our YouTube channel – Cleveland Fed To be considered for this role, candidates must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or green card holder. Take your skills to the next level and gain valuable experience contributing to work within the External Communications team. Intern Duties : Research, write and edit proposed concepts/features for ClevelandFed.org, the Bank’s main website Research, write, and edit proposed concepts/ features for fedcommunities.org, the System’s storytelling platform for the Fed’s work in lower-income communities. Develop social media content and graphics that are engaging and informative for the Bank’s and Fed Communities’ social media platforms (X, LinkedIn, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky) Create materials for use at internal and external Bank events. Research local organizations and compile background information for external engagements. Assist other External Engagement teams (Comms, Marketing, Strategy) in other activities and duties as assigned. Requirements for Internships : Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Advertising, Communications/Communications Studies, Digital Communications and Media, Journalism, Public Relations, or Integrated Marketing Communications with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Should have at least one semester left to complete in school. Strong digital skills required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel. Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and ability to multitask. Ability to work independently and in a group setting. Strong oral and written communication skills. What We Offer : Hands-On Experience : Gain practical experience and insights through real-world projects and challenges. Mentorship : Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals who are committed to your development. Networking Opportunities : Build connections within the industry and with fellow interns and employees. Professional Development : Participate in workshops, training sessions, and seminars designed to enhance your skills and knowledge. Our interns will work onsite at our Cleveland, Ohio location. We’re looking for collaborative and innovative full-time students entering their sophomore year or beyond. Our student interns work 40 hours per week for the duration of a 10- to 12-week internship that starts as early as June and ends as late as September, depending on student schedules and business needs. The expected starting salary range for this position is between ​$20.50 and $26.00 hourly. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and market data . To be considered for the position, please apply before October 31st, 2026. Physical Demands and General Working Conditions This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, standards or requirements, efforts, skills or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland reserves the right to revise this or any job description at any time. Bank’s Ethics Rules and Drug Testing: As a condition of employment, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland employees must comply with t