Operations Intern - Summer 2026

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-six 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.

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.

Take your skills to the next level and gain valuable experience contributing to work within the Operations Department, which includes work within Cash Services, Real Estate Services Group (RESG), and Law Enforcement Unit (LEU) groups.

You will play a key role in supporting our operational initiatives, with a focus on data analytics, quality management, customer service, process improvement, and automation.

This internship is designed for individuals eager to gain practical experience in the operations field.

The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about learning and applying analytical skills in a fast-paced environment.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while developing valuable skills.

Requirements for Internships:


* Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, preferred in Business Administration, Operations Management, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Customer Service, Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 – should have at least one semester left to complete in school.


* Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar data analysis tools; familiarity with SQL or R is a plus.


* Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is helpful.


* Excellent research, organizational, and communication skills, both written and verbal.


* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.


* Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and critical thinking.


* A passion for operations, supply chain management, customer service, technology, and improving business processes.

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