Communication Research Intern Student ProfessionalTechnical Worker
Communication Research Intern Student ProfessionalTechnical Worker
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
04/11/2025Application Deadline:
04/28/2025Agency:
Oregon Business Development DepartmentSalary Range:
$3427 $3854Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Communication & Research Intern (Student Professional/Technical Worker)Job Description:
Are you interested in gaining handson experience through a Student Internship opportunity as a Research and Communications Intern Business Oregon the states economic development agency is looking for a fulltime intern to join our team starting in June 2025 and continuing thru September 2025. As an intern youll work under the supervision of the Communications and Research Manager and various staff within Research and Communications section. You will have opportunity to experience Visual Design Creative Writing Research and Analysis.
Business Oregon strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
Internship Details
Position Available: Research and Communications Intern (Student Professional/Technical Worker)
Duration: June 2025 September 2025. Position is 1012 weeks; timing is flexible within the summer months.
Hours: Fulltime 3240 hours per week) depending on the individual student.
Location: Hybrid position with 23 days in our Portland office and the remaining days remote.
Compensation: Paid Internship Salary Range $3427 $3854
Application deadline: 4/28/2025 11:59 PM PST
What you will learn:
Gain skills and experience in a professional business environment as well as a state government environment.
Apply learned skills towards an organizations desired outcomes.
Collaborate on a team on reallife organizational projects.
Work on specific projects or duties not limited to Visual Design Creative Writing and Research and Analyst.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:
Learning experience and knowledge of state government.
Develop useful skills and work experience in a professional workplace setting.
Work/life balance that promotes professional development and training and an atmosphere of mutual respect dedication and enthusiasm.
Opportunity to work with and learn from a dedicated team and passionate individuals.
What We Are Looking For:
We are accepting applications from students in their junior and/or senior year of college and graduate students in their first or second year at the time of hire at the time of hire (June 2025.
This position can be flexible to focus on the candidates experience and desired area of learning in at least two of the three areas of focus.
If you have these attributes let us know in your application materials! Its how we will choose whom to move forward! You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position. We are seeking students with:
Graphic design experience
Ability to analyze data
Excellent written communication skills
Interest in government public policy law or communications
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS365
Specific proficiency in advanced use of MS Excel
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A passion for public service and civic engagement
How to Apply:
Please Note: Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM PST on 4/28/2025.
Click the Apply button and upload your resume and cover letter in the Resume / CV section of the application. Cover letter optional. Be sure to highlight your skills education experience and interest in public service.
Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
If you have questions about the announcement or need an alternate format to apply contact the Recruiter.
Complete the questionnaire. Warning Workday will timeout due to inactivity and will not save your application progress unless you use the save for later function. If you need to take a break please be sure to click the save for later button to save your progress.
After you submit your application please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.
Additional information:
It is our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to all applicants who may need them. Should you need assistance or an accommodation please contact Lies Wattimena at to discuss how we can best meet your needs.
Criminal Records Check Hiring of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the results of a Criminal Background Check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
Work Authorization Business Oregon does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys Form I9 confirming authorization to work in the United States.
This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current position and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
Need help
We invite you to contact the recruiter for application questions or jobspecific questions.
The recruiter for this position is Sarah Flores Human Resource Analyst. If you contact the recruiter please include the job requisition (REQXXXXXX) number at the top of this job post.
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Business Oregon Career Opportunities
Business Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
