Explore Your Next Role

The Boston Fed brings together professionals from many fields – including economics, data sciences, technology, finance, communications, law enforcement, and operations – who share a commitment to public service.

Boston Reserve Bank employees regularly partner across functions and with colleagues throughout the Federal Reserve System. The Bank also values a range of perspectives and experiences, recognizing that strong organizations benefit from a broad set of viewpoints.

The Boston Fed strives to create a work environment where employees feel supported in their work, respected for their contributions, and empowered to grow professionally.

Business Areas

The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston's work is carried out by teams across many business areas and functions – from economists and technologists to operations and corporate professionals – who support the overarching mission of a vibrant economy that works for everyone.
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Economic Research

The Boston Fed's Research department conducts rigorous analysis of regional and national economic matters to inform monetary policy and public understanding.
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Community Development

The Boston Fed's community development team conducts research and engages with stakeholders to better understand economic conditions for low- and moderate-income communities.
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Supervision & Financial Regulation

The Boston Fed's supervision and regulation team promotes the safety and soundness of financial institutions and supports the stability of the financial system.
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FedNow® Service

Payments teams at the Boston Fed support the infrastructure and technology that power secure, efficient financial transactions, including the FedNow® Service, which enables real-time payments.
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Information Technology

The Information Technology (IT) function is a collaborative function that is responsible for meeting the technological needs of the Bank and provides services to the Federal Reserve System.
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Law Enforcement

The Federal Reserve System's law enforcement police unit protects our people, building and assets, provides emergency assistance, and responds to incidents.
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Real Estate Services & Facilities

Operations and facilities teams support the Bank’s building and environment – from HVAC systems and infrastructure to landscaping and workplace design – ensuring safe, functional, and well-maintained spaces.
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Professional Services

Professionals in areas including finance, human resources, legal, communications, procurement, and audit support the Bank’s mission and operations. These teams provide expertise that helps the organization function effectively.

What to Expect When You Apply

Our hiring process is designed to find talented individuals who are motivated by public service and interested in contributing to the work of the Federal Reserve System.

The Boston Fed is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applicants from every ethnicity, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and sexual orientation.

As a condition of employment, Boston Fed employees must comply with ethics rules that generally prohibit employees, their spouses, and their minor children from acquiring financial interests – such as stocks or bonds – from banks, savings associations, and systemically important financial institutions or their affiliates, such as bank holding companies or savings and loan holding companies. If you, your spouse, or your minor child own such assets and would be unwilling or unable to divest them if you were to accept a job offer, you should raise this issue with our recruitment team.

After You Apply

For applicants, please be aware of potentially fake online job postings that claim to be from the Federal Reserve. Always verify and apply to jobs on Federal Reserve System Careers site.

The Boston Fed’s recruiting and hiring teams carefully review each candidate’s experience and qualifications. Once a candidate applies, they can expect:

  • A structured interview process that may include a mix of one-on-one and panel interviews with team members and Bank leaders, along with additional conversations with the hiring team. The recruiting team will provide details in advance, including the interview format, timing, and who will be involved in the interview process.
  • Throughout and after the interviews, candidates are evaluated based on their experience, skills, and fit for the role.
  • If selected to move forward, candidates will hear from the recruiting team about next steps and an offer. (For those who are not selected, the recruiting team will proactively reach out to keep them informed.)
  • Please note, due to the high volume of applications, the timeline for each hire can vary depending on the role.

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Early Career & Internships