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Financial Professional roles in the United States are accessible to international candidates through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue the DS-2019 and oversee compliance, while the U.S. financial firm serves as your host employer. No lottery stands between you and sponsorship.
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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: Financial Services Intern (Student Professional/Technical Worker)
Job Description:
Are you interested in learning more about working in financial services for the State of Oregon? Are you interested in learning more about finance work in the public sector? Do you want real experience working in financial services to list on your resume? Then apply to the DCBS 2026 Summer Financial Services Internship, we are looking to hire 1 intern!
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
1st round interviews: April 27, 2026 – May 1, 2026
2nd round interviews: 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 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 Financial Services Intern, you will partner with State of Oregon professionals and work on DCBS projects to review, analyze, and suggest improvements related to work done in Financial Services for the agency. You will gain knowledge and grow skills necessary to be a State of Oregon professional. You will learn how to apply for future jobs and participate in networking opportunities across the State of Oregon.
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 the 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, 2026.
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
- Some knowledge of financial concepts and methodologies
- Experience in financial analysis, economics, or accounting and/or classes in finance, economics, or accounting
Application information:
- A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please 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:
- 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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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, inclusion, and belonging webpage.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Financial Professional
Align your credentials with SOC codes
Your training plan must map your background to a specific occupation code. Pull the O*NET profile for Financial Analysts or Personal Financial Advisors to document how your degree and prior experience directly match the proposed training objectives.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
J-1 Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program. If you've graduated, you must qualify under Trainee, which demands at least one year of relevant work experience or post-secondary education combined with training in your field.
Target firms with active training plan infrastructure
Host employers in asset management, corporate finance, and banking are more likely to have the supervision and mentorship structures the designated sponsor requires. Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. employers whose posted roles align with J-1 Trainee or Intern program requirements.
Verify the two-year home residency rule applies to you
Government funding from your home country or J-1 exchange visitor status in a skills-shortage field can trigger the two-year home residency requirement before switching to H-1B or permanent residence. Confirm your status before accepting a host employer offer.
Document wage compliance using OFLC Wage Search
Designated sponsors and host employers must confirm your training stipend or compensation meets applicable prevailing wage levels. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your role's SOC code and geographic area so you can verify compliance before your training plan is finalized.
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Find Financial Professional JobsFinancial Professional J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Financial Professional roles?
Most financial roles fall under the Trainee category if you've completed a relevant degree or have at least one year of professional finance experience. Current students enrolled in a degree program may qualify under the Intern category instead. Trainee programs can last up to 18 months, and finance is explicitly listed as a qualifying training field by the State Department.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa at a U.S. financial firm?
Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or another approved sponsor, not the financial firm itself. The firm is your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, countersigns the DS-7002 training plan, and monitors your program compliance throughout the placement.
How do I find U.S. financial employers open to J-1 Trainee placements?
Host employers in finance rarely advertise J-1 openings on general job boards because the coordination with a designated sponsor adds administrative steps. Migrate Mate surfaces U.S. roles and employers whose structures align with J-1 program requirements, so you can focus your outreach on firms already familiar with the host employer obligations.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect finance professionals?
It can. If your home country government funded your education or training, or if your field appears on your country's skills shortage list, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). This affects your ability to change to H-1B or apply for permanent residence after your J-1 ends, so confirm whether the requirement applies before you accept any host offer.
Can a J-1 Trainee in finance work across multiple locations or departments?
Your DS-7002 training plan specifies the phases, locations, and supervisors approved by the designated sponsor. Moving to an unapproved location or rotating into a department not listed in the plan requires a formal amendment countersigned by the sponsor. Host employers in finance with rotational programs need to build all planned rotations into the original training plan before your J-1 status is issued.
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