VBFD Media and Graphics Design Internship

Requisition ID:

48800

Work Location:

Fire - Training Center South Birdneck Road

Pay Range:

H.3266-H.3281 , $15.53 - $17.60

Starting Salary:

Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule:

June 2026 - August 2026, Mon - Thurs (9 am - 2 pm)

Part Time Hours/Wk:

30

Job Open Date:

4/7/26

Application Deadline:

Job Duties:

The Virginia Beach Fire Department is looking for a

Media and Graphic Design Intern

for Summer 2026.

Duties may include;

Drafting media content.
Creating visual reports.
Organizing data/analytics for presentation purposes.
Graphics design.
Creating marketing materials
Requirements:

Proficient in using design software such as Adobe Creative suite.
Application Deadline:

The Application window will remain open until the set time or until the position has been filled.

Schedule & Hours:

Candidates typical work week will be 30 hours per week for a 3-6 months long internship. Flexibility for school schedules is allowed. The applicant is responsible to provide their own housing and transportation to and from work during the internship.

Expected Duration:

June 2026 - August 2026 (3-6 months long depending on department needs and student schedules).

Required Education:

Candidates pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Graphics Design, Business Administration, or related field.

Eligibility: Must be a currently enrolled student (in an associate's, bachelor's, master's degree or PhD program) and be in good academic standing as determined by the school, college, or university.
Required Attachments:

Please include Cover Letter, Resume, Unofficial Transcript, and portfolio.

Official City Job Description:

Working Conditions:

There is no working conditions statement available for this position at this time.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimums: Must be at least 15 years of age and eligible for appropriate working permits. Must be a currently enrolled student (in an associate's, bachelor's, master's degree or PhD program) and be in good academic standing as determined by the school, college, or university. Candidates pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Graphics Design, Business Administration, or related field.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Please include Cover Letter, Resume, Unofficial Transcript, and portfolio.

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the internship program.

Preferences:

Proficient in using design software such as adobe creative suite.

Special Instructions:

Please Note: The City will not provide housing or transportation for the internship opportunities. The applicant is responsible for providing their own transportation to work and housing during the internship.

Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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RS Contribution:

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace:

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.