Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

04/01/2026

Application Deadline:

04/23/2026

Agency:

Department of Consumer & Business Services

Salary Range:

$3,513 - $3,950

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Communications Intern (Student Professional/Technical Worker)

Are you interested in learning more about communications for the State of Oregon? Are you passionate about learning the importance of communicating with the public? Do you want real communications design and accessibility experience to list on your resume? Then apply to the DCBS 2026 Summer Communications Internship!

Please note the job posting displays the full-time salary amount. This is a part-time position that works 20 hours a week at a salary of $21.90 per hour.

Recruitment Timeline:

*These dates are approximate and are subject to change.*

Recruitment closes: April 23, 2026

First-round interviews: Week of April 27 to May 4, 2026

Second-round interviews: Week of May 4-8, 2026

Start date: June 15, 2026

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 the state’s largest consumer and worker protection and business regulatory agency. 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 Communications intern, you will partner with professionals and work on DCBS design projects to help make the agency’s external and internal documents accessible to better serve all communities. You will gain knowledge in how communications and design work for the State of Oregon and grow skills necessary to be a communications professional. You will learn how to apply for future communication jobs and participate in networking opportunities across the state.

This internship will run from June 15 to Aug. 20, 2026. The scheduled hours will be 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Labor and Industries Building, 350 Winter St. NE, Salem, Oregon. Hybrid work may be available.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

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

OR

• Be at least 18 years of age by the time the program starts on June 15, 2026

Requested Skills:

• Demonstrated ability with Adobe software applications, specifically InDesign and Acrobat Pro

• Demonstrated ability with Microsoft software applications, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly present information

• Skills in team engagement, problem-solving, and resolution

• Working knowledge of research concepts and methodologies

• Experience working on communication projects or communication classes

Application information:

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

• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.

• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

• If you are invited to participate in second-round interviews, you will be asked to bring three to five samples of your design work. These can be professional samples, classwork samples, or both.

• 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.

Helpful links and contact information:

Learn more about DCBS

If you want to discuss the details of the announcement or learn more about this position, please contact Courtney Domina, Senior Workforce Development Strategist, 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, visit our diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging webpage