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 that assesses the innovation activities of German firms using detailed micro-data. In particular, your tasks would include:

  • the preparation of the ‘PATSTAT’ micro-dataset on patents; 
  • the descriptive analysis of patent data in Germany and in international comparison;
  • the development of innovation indicators and dashboards;
  • the merge with other micro-datasets and further empirical and econometric analyses.

Unique assets: your skills and qualifications

  • Master’s or PhD students in economics, (business) mathematics, statistics or similar
  • very good knowledge of economics and econometrics;
  • an interest in quantitative and empirical microeconomic methods and structural economic issues;
  • very good knowledge of Stata, R, Python or similar products;
  • 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

praktikum@bundesbank.de 

Questions regarding what the role entails

Ambre Kutten, +49 69 9566-12121
ambre.kutten@bundesbank.de

Please apply using our online tool until 31.03.2025, citing internship ID 2025_0290_02, the time period you wish to apply for and, if applicable, the topic you wish to focus on.

Apply now Submission end: 31.03.2025

Diversity and equal opportunities are important to us. Where candidates are equally qualified for the position, preference will be given to applicants with a disability. The Bundesbank also promotes gender equality in the workplace, especially when filling leadership positions. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women.