The Deutsche Bundesbank is a special type of bank. Together with the ECB and the other euro area central banks, we ensure a stable euro. To achieve this, as well as other central bank tasks, we need a diverse range of specialists in a wide array of areas in order for the institution to function. Join us and become part of a strong team of reliable and responsible individuals.
Internship in the “Macroeconomic Analysis and Projections” Division
The “Macroeconomic Analysis and Projections” Division analyses and forecasts macroeconomic developments in Germany, contributes to the macroeconomic forecasts for the euro area and investigates structural aspects of the German economy.
Valuable work: your role with us
During your internship, you will assist in ongoing work and/or work independently under the guidance of experienced staff on a project on one of the following topics:
- macroeconomic analysis and forecasting;
- structural analyses of production potential, foreign trade and climate;
- analysis of the business sector, especially with micro data, including productivity and digitalization;
- labour market analyses including wage developments;
- analysis of residential property price trends , e.g. with granular data;
- economic growth and structural issues;
- labour market analyses including wage developments;
- house price developments;
- Bundesbank macroeconometric model (PDF);
- inflation analysis and forecasting.
The project may be incorporated into a master’s thesis and/or a research paper, if appropriate. Depending on your qualifications, longer-term academic projects are also possible.
Unique assets: your skills and qualifications
Master’s or PhD students in economics, (business) mathematics, or similar, with:
- very good knowledge of economics and econometrics;
- an interest in quantitative and empirical (macro- or microeconomic) methods and issues relating to macroeconomic, price and growth analysis and forecasting;
- knowledge of Stata, R, Matlab and/or Dynare, Python or similar products (desirable);
- very good command of written and spoken German or English;
- Students must be enrolled at a college/university for the entire duration of the internship.
Valuable work, generously rewarded
Remuneration and prospects
International working environment, varied tasks, national and international exchange opportunities, remuneration depending on your qualifications
New work
Home office opportunities, friendly and respectful working atmosphere, working hours: 39 hours/week, flexible and predictable working hours, flexitime system with additional work compensated by time off in lieu
Extra benefits
Canteen, good transport connections (bus and train), central location
Interested in enriching our team?
Then we can’t wait to receive your application. If there are still questions that you’d like answered before you apply, simply get in touch with the contact people named below.
Questions regarding the application process
Questions regarding what the role entails
Elisabeth Wieland
+49 69 9566-37345
elisabeth.wieland@bundesbank.de
Please apply using our online tool until 6 December 2024, citing internship ID 2024_1125_02, the time period you wish to apply for and, if applicable, the topic you wish to focus on.
Diversity and equal opportunities are key components of the Bundesbank’s human resources policy. Where candidates are equally qualified for the position, preference will be given to applicants with disabilities. Part-time work is generally possible. The Bundesbank also promotes gender equality in the workplace, and therefore particularly welcomes applications from women.