
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:
Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world!
Guiding Principles
Office of Fiscal & Monitoring Services
We are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the Agency's budget activities. We also conduct financial compliance reviews of ODJFS partners and sub-recipients, identifying operational improvement and risk reduction opportunities. This office includes the Bureaus of County Finance and Technical Assistance, Grants Management, Monitoring and Consulting Services, Audit Management Resolution, Planning & Operations, and Accounting. For more information please visit OFMS
What You Will Do
We are seeking an eager, innovative, and industrious student intern ready to roll up their sleeves with data preparation, spreadsheets, analytic models, and dashboard presentations. The ideal candidate will thrive on the challenges inherent in dissecting complex problems, utilizing facts/data to derive a conclusion and delivering clear recommendations to improve results. We will challenge you, nurture your curiosity, and learn from you, too!
Responsibilities include
Work as part of a team to use data analysis approach to solve business problems in daily operations
Create tracking tools that cross-reference information to communicate outcome measurements to applicable end users
Assist in creation of system documentation
Manipulate and analyze data from multiple sources to identify patterns and anomalies, draws conclusions and recommendations based on analyses
Assist in compiling data, creating and update spreadsheets and PowerPoint decks in support of assigned projects
Participate in the advancement of software, process methodologies, root cause analysis, value adding performance, concept and design
Attend training workshops and staff meetings, gain networking skills, and perform meaningful work related to their course of study
Recommended Skills
Ability to apply good logic and critical thought processes when developing solutions
Strong written and oral communication
Work with or without supervisor while completing assigned tasks
Ability to work within teams and maintain professional composure in a dynamic work environment that often requires completion of multiple tasks
Experience utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visual, Access, Pivot Analysis and basic macro functions, along with standard office equipment (e.g. fax, scanner, copier)
Preferred Qualifications
Academic degree which includes data analytics (e.g., Business Intelligence Analytics, Patterns and Recognition, Process Modeling and Analysis)
Experience with Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS), or Data Mining Application (e.g., Caseware IDEA, Datawatch, Python, ACL, Tableau, Statistical Analysis System (SAS))
3.0 and above overall GPA
Schedule: Summer 2026: 20 - 40 hours/week. Hours must be worked M-F between 8AM – 5PM
Location: This position will report to the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower at 30 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
Why Work for the State of OhioAt the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following:
Tips For Your Application
When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.
Supplemental InformationADA Notice
If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact ada_public@jfs.ohio.gov
Background check information
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.
ADA StatementOhio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free WorkplaceThe State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.