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:

Research Interns (Student Professional/Technical Worker)

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 2026 Summer Research Internship, we are looking to hire two interns!

Please note the job posting displays the full-time salary amount. These are part-time positions that work 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

1st round interviews: May 6-7, 2026

2nd round interviews: May 13-14, 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 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 Interns will be assigned to do one of the following:

• Translate Research reports from Statistical Analysis System (SAS) to R and validate the reports; assist the team with redesigning the claims cost model; and assist with setting up version control for RStudio projects within the Research team.

OR

• Assist with updating an OSHA web tool that assists employers in calculating the cost of a workplace injury and the impact on business profitability. This includes updating research methodology, compiling data, and calculating worker injury cost estimates.

This internship will run from June 15, 2026 to August 20, 2026. 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

OR

• Be at least 18 years of age by the time the program starts on June 15, 2025.

Requested Skills:

• Pursuing an undergrad degree in data science/analytics

• Demonstrated proficiency with R

• D emonstrated 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 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, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

• These positions are subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidates.

Helpful links and contact information:

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, Senior Workforce Development Strategist, 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