Job Description

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

ABOUT THE SF FED SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
At the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, we are passionate about recognizing and developing emerging talent. Our internship program gives college and graduate students the opportunity to experience work life in a vibrant, dynamic, and collaborative environment.
Our program is designed for interns to experience growth professionally and personally, working closely with managers and team members as they share in our great mission of public service. We believe in providing enriching experiences that allow individuals to contribute to work problems and projects that are critical to their team’s and the Bank’s success.

PROGRAM DETAILS
•10.5-week paid internship, (May/June-August)
•Orientation & Training
•Meaningful Work & Experiential Learning
•Mentorship
•Networking, Events, and Fun!
•Hosted in-office

PROGRAM BENEFITS
•Competitive Salary
•Summer Housing Stipend
•Transportation Stipend
•Subsidized Café Services (SF/LA)
•Dress for your Day

FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF SAN FRANCISCO OVERVIEW
We are the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco — public servants with a mission to advance the nation’s monetary, financial, and payment systems to build a stronger economy for all Americans. As part of the nation’s central bank, we are committed to understanding and serving the vibrant, expansive communities of the Twelfth District, which covers the nine western states of the U.S. That means we seek and appreciate new perspectives and build opportunities to learn and grow. At the SF Fed, we approach our work with integrity and a commitment to service.

FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The Federal Reserve Bank’s mission and work are built on over hundred years of strength, stability, and excellence. No other organization does what we do or has a greater impact on global economies. Our mission is to promote low inflation, full employment, and financial stability as well as provide services to financial institutions and the U.S. Treasury.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS LEVERAGED

•Enrolled in an accredited law school with 1L curriculum completed before the Summer of 2026

•U.S. Citizen or Permanent Residency
•Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
•Ability to work well independently and with a team in varying environments
•Ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects
•Previous experience related to banking, finance, risk management, financial institution supervision, government, or other public sector work is preferred, but not required.
•Keen interest in public service, and utilizing the functional skills for the role
•Demonstrated leadership ability
•Ability to work 40 hours per week for the full duration of the 10.5-week internship
•Ability to work in-office, five days per week

ABOUT OUR GROUP/TEAM
The SF Fed Legal Group provides counsel and strategic legal support to all SF
Fed business groups. We bring contemporary thinking and a risk-based approach to solve problems and move our Bank forward. We're on top of what's happening in the world around us so that we can act as thought partners on emerging issues and provide practical legal strategies.

WHAT WILL YOU DO THIS SUMMER?
Our intern will use their legal training, creativity, and practical problem-solving skills to help answer cutting-edge questions in real time. The position will provide the opportunity to gain meaningful experience in an in-house legal department with exposure to the following practice areas:
•Banking, Regulation & Credit– Support the supervision and regulation of financial institutions and the protection of consumers. The intern will help analyze the legal and policy implications of new technologies, Fintech partnerships, climate risk, central banking lending and financial services, and the regulation of digital assets.
•Contracts/Corporate – Support our contracts team in drafting and negotiating a contracts for consulting, SaaS, technology, and other products and services. Also, partner with our attorneys to help craft pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice on a wide range of corporate legal issues.
•Employment Law – Support the employment law team in advising the SF Fed’s People + Culture organization on employment legal advice and guidance, including inclusion and diversity initiatives; workplace accommodations; internal investigations; and other employment-related policies and practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: With the guidance of more senior team members, intern will:
•Partner with business groups to understand business goals and help find efficient, practical ways to achieve them.
•Provide practical, plain language legal advice in response to client questions.
•Draft contracts and other legal agreements; and identify and anticipate emerging legal and regulatory issues.

Hourly range: $32.50 - $35.50/hr

The Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at sf.hr.recruitment@sf.frb.org.

Full Time / Part Time

Part time

Regular / Temporary

Temporary

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Job Category

Internship Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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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