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Practicum Student

Federal Reserve System
St. Louis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Dec 2023

About the role

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Overview

The Federal Reserve bank of St. Louis is looking for a graduate level Practicum Students to support the Institute for Economic Equity. IEE aims to identify challenges confronting low- to moderate-income (LMI) and underserved households and communities, and share evidence- based solutions to respond to those challenges with financial institutions, nonprofits, government agencies, philanthropic organizations, public officials, researchers and practitioners. The group provides expertise and fosters collaboration around policy areas that include financial security, housing, and employment.

This is an unpaid practicum that will begin in the January 2024 semester. The practicum student must be currently enrolled in an accredited university and receive course credit from the university upon successful completion of the practicum. Additionally, a practicum agreement must be signed by the student and faculty sponsor.

Practicum Goals and Learning Objectives

We hope to create a high-quality learning environment for the students as they collaborate with team members to:

  • Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis
  • Develop various written materials including research memos, data briefs, policy briefs, research reports.
  • Develop presentations that summarize the latest findings
  • Conduct literature reviews on various topics including, economic equity, impact and recovery from COVID19, housing security, rural development, workforce development.

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Master’s in Public Policy or a Masters in Social Work with a concentration in domestic social and economic development (Domestic SED) and or social policy; or a similar program
  • Strong research and analytical writing skills.
  • Experience or keen interest in policy analysis
  • Ability to work with ambiguity and adapt to changing needs of the team

Ranked as a Top Workplace, the Federal Reserve Bank of St Louis is committed to building an inclusive workplace, where employees’ diversity—in age, gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, and cultural traditions, religion, life experiences, education and socioeconomic backgrounds—are recognized as a strength. Embracing our diversity encourages employees to bring their valued perspectives to the table when generating ideas and solving problems, and promotes an environment where innovation and excellence grow. Learn more about the Bank and its culture; check out our Careers Site.

Full Time / Part Time

Part time

Regular / Temporary

Contractor

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Job Category

Other

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.

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