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Internships are paid. Summer housing will not be provided. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, performance 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, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, rush jobs, change in workload or technological developments).
SCOPE OF ASSIGNMENT:
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Business Technology & Solution division is looking for an Intern to join the Information Technology (IT) Portfolio and Program Management team. In this role, the intern will assist the Portfolio team in managing and optimizing strategic initiatives for programs, products, and/or projects, utilizing skills in Power BI, data analytics, and agile project management. In this role, the candidate will collaborate closely with the IT Portfolio Managers to assist business partners in delivering high-quality, cost-effective technology solutions and services, as well as oversee spending, audit, compliance, and reporting.
This internship offers an exceptional opportunity to gain practical experience within a cross-functional, collaborative, and high-impact team environment. Supporting the health and growth of the strategic initiatives, contributing to process improvement initiatives and enhancing efficiencies within the IT Portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
IT Portfolio Management Support: Assist Portfolio Managers in tracking and managing programs, products and/or projects ensuring deadlines, budgets, and deliverables are met. Familiarity with agile project management practices Scrum, Kanban project management principles, tools, and practices.
Data Analysis & Visualization: Proficiency in Power BI having the ability to build, create and manage dashboards, visualizations, and reports to support data-driven decision-making and insights into portfolio performance and outcomes.
Data Gathering & Reporting: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect, organize, and interpret data related to Portfolio investments and agile team execution
Process Improvement: Contribute to the development and implementation of processes to streamline data analysis, portfolio management, and operational workflows. Detail-oriented with attention to detail and the ability to identify inconsistencies and propose solutions that drive efficiencies within the portfolio activities
Stakeholder Engagement - The candidate will also be required to work very closely with cross-functional teams. Written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to diverse audiences, prepare presentations, reports, and updates for internal and external stakeholders
Team Collaboration: Work closely with Epic Owners, Portfolio Managers, Product Owners, and other Portfolio stakeholders to support decision-making and strategic planning. Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships and work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Ad Hoc Support: Assist the team with additional tasks and initiatives as needed
Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Technology Curiosity & Savviness: Explore new technologies and learn how to apply to help support Portfolio Operations (understanding of AI is a plus)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Students must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in a Bachelor or Graduate degree program through the duration of the internship.
Soft skills such as problem solving, collaboration, ability to identify new processes, eager to learn new skills, enjoys working out of comfort zone, progress over perfection, open to feedback, comfortable in communicating with different stakeholders, and active listening.
Minimum cumulative GPA above 3.0 in academically rigorous curriculum.
Must be committed to working a 40-hour work week for 10-12 weeks during the summer months.
Knowledge of Power BI and Project Management Tools preferred
PREFERRED MAJORS:
Computer Science
Management Information Systems (MIS)
Finance
Business Administration
Data Science
Engineering
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong analytical skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Great work ethic and detail oriented
Comfortable working across time zones to complete projects in a timely manner
OUR BENEFITS TO INTERNS (some benefits are subject to being onsite):
Professional development opportunities
Networking
MARTA passes provided
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Free access to our FedFuel career development tool
Café and dining options on-site
Dress for your day
Flexible hours
Access to on-site fitness center
TO APPLY:
In addition to your application, please attach a resume and a copy of your most recent unofficial transcript.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, performance 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, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, rush jobs, change in workload or technological developments).
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.
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