2026 Summer Internship - Housing Research Assistant

2026 Summer Internship - Housing Research Assistant Location Boston Apply Now ( 2026 Summer Student Research Assistant The Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston is a leading provider of wholesale funding for housing and community finance in New England serving more than 420 financial institutions across the region. The Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston is committed to making New England a better place to live and do business, and our employees are integral to our success. As a cooperative, we are owned by more than 420 banks, credit unions, insurance companies, and community development financial institutions that access tens of billions of dollars of our reliable, wholesale funding each year. Our funds are a vital resource that helps our members succeed, provide families with safe, decent affordable housing, and generate economic development that creates jobs in communities throughout our region. Our highly skilled team of 225 is innovative, collaborative, and passionate about the work we do. We seek other professionals excited to share their knowledge, talent, and passion for our mission to join our team. We offer opportunities for career development, robust benefits, and a work-life balance. Bank Interns are expected to work in our Prudential Tower office in Bostonu2019s Back Bay neighborhood as often as possible. The Bank does offer full-time employees a hybrid work model that does require weekly in-office time. The Bank does not offer remote internships. The Bank is not able to sponsor work authorization for Interns. Internship Summary This intern will work within the Housing and Community Investment (HCI) department to conduct essential research for the Banku2019s 2027 Targeted Community Lending Plan and the 2027 Affordable Housing Program Implementation Plan. These plans set the direction of the Banku2019s eight community investment programs. The Student Research Assistant will work independently and guide much of the researchu2019s direction and outcomes with the support of staff in the Banku2019s HCI department. In prior years, student-led research has helped FHLBank Boston expand its knowledge and outreach on systematic housing challenges and opportunities, including cost burdens, homeownership gaps, shared equity homeownership and resident-owned communities, and innovative land-use policies to help increase housing production and housing choice. The pay for the internship is $35/hour. This is a full-time internship, anticipated 40 hours a week, and will run from mid-May to mid-August 2026. Specific Responsibilities u00b7 Conduct primary and secondary research; a list of public policy research topics initially expected to focus on will be provided. u00b7 Present findings to Banku2019s staff, expert officials, and practitioners who serve the Banku2019s 15-member Advisory Council. u00b7 Develop materials, analyze data, conduct/participate in stakeholder interviews, and work on background memos. u00b7 Performs other duties as assigned. Benefits for the Intern u00b7 Expand network and establish relationships with and receive hands-on guidance from HCI and team to ensure a successful internship experience. u00b7 Gain real world experience in a professional office setting. u00b7 Exposure to community investment programs. u00b7 Monthly commuter support, up to $100 a month. Qualifications Education u00b7 Progress towards a public policy or relevant masteru2019s degree is the minimum requirement. This internship is intended to enhance the educational experience or to support someoneu2019s exploration of a career in public policy, housing finance, community development, and/or environmental policy. Experience u00b7 Some prior work experience in an office setting is preferred. u00b7 Familiar with planning and housing policy knowledge as well as economic growth priorities facing New Englandu2019s communities, including systemic disparities in housing opportunity, income, wealth, and homeownership. Knowledge/Skills u00b7 Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. u00b7 Ability to maintain confidentiality. u00b7 Demonstrated strong attention to detail. u00b7 Demonstrated organizational and time management skills. u00b7 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. u00b7 Ability to analyze and present data/conclusions in writing and visually. The Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston is committed to building and sustaining a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage applicants from every ethnicity, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran or parental status and sexual orientation. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Back ( Share

Created: 2026-01-19