BEA Intern Program

BEA is one of the world’s leading statistical agencies. It produces the most closely watched economic statistics that influence decisions made by government officials, business people, households, and individuals. Our economic statistics provide a comprehensive, up-to-date picture of U.S. economic activity. They are the key in critical decisions that affect monetary policy, tax and budget projections, and business investment plans.

Interns at BEA gain valuable work experience and training by a professional staff in areas such as study planning, the collection and compilation of data from primary and secondary sources, the preparation of preliminary interpretive reports, the use of computer applications in economic research, and communications and outreach.

Eligibility requirements

• Enrolled, or accepted, as a degree-seeking student who is taking a least a half-time academic course load in an accredited 4-year college or university, graduate school, or professional school
• Majoring in Economics, Accounting, Business, Math, English, Graphic Arts, Communications, and Computer Science.
• GPA of at least 3.0
• U.S. citizen

Deadline for applications

• Applications for Spring internships will be considered in January
• Applications for Summer internships will be considered in April
• Applications for Fall internships will be considered in July

To apply, send your resume, your transcript (student copy acceptable), and a writing sample to beajobs@bea.gov.