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Are you interested in learning more about Research for the State of Oregon? Are you passionate about using data and technology to solve real world problems? Do you want technical experience to list on your resume? Then apply to the DCBS 2025 Summer Research Internship, we are looking to hire one intern!

Our mission...

To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

Here’s what you will do:

As a DCBS Intern, you will partner with State of Oregon professionals and work on DCBS projects to create process improvements for the agency. Each intern will gain knowledge and grow skills necessary to be a State of Oregon professional. Interns will learn how to apply for future jobs and participate in networking opportunities across the State of Oregon.

The Research Intern will work on updating the DCBS data asset inventory and data flow documentation contributing to the state Open Data initiative. The intern will work with Research staff and agency-wide division subject matter experts to refresh the existing data asset inventory, develop a format for documenting data flows, and interview staff across IT and Research to determine and document data flows.

This internship will run from June 9, 2025 to August 14, 2025. The scheduled hours will be 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will be located in Labor and Industries building at 350 Winter St NE Salem, OR. Due to the nature of the duties performed by this position, remote work is not available.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Be enrolled in college at least half time at the time of application

AND

Be at least 18 years of age by the time the program starts on June 9, 2025.

Requested Skills:

  • Demonstrated ability with Microsoft computer applications, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly present information
  • Skills in team engagement; problem-solving and resolution
  • Excellent attention to detail and aptitude for working with data.
  • Working knowledge of research concepts and methodologies
  • Experience working on technical projects and/or computer science/research classes

Application information:

A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the “Resume / CV” section of the application.

Additional information:

This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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Learn more about DCBS

If you would like to discuss the details of the announcement or learn more about this position, please contact Courtney Domina, Talent Management Coordinator, at 971-260-7620 or by email at Courtney.Domina@dcbs.oregon.gov.

DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.  For more information, please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.