VBFD Health & Wellness Internship Summer 2026

Requisition ID: 48884Work Location: Fire - Training Center South Birdneck RoadPay Range: H.3266-H.3281 , $15.53 - $17.60Starting Salary: Depending upon QualificationsWork Schedule: May 2026 - August 2026, Daily start time will be 8:00 am unless instructed otherwisePart Time Hours/Wk: 32Job Open Date: 4/24/26Application Deadline: Job Duties:The Virginia Beach Fire Department is looking for a Health & Wellness Intern for Summer 2026.Duties may include;Assist with enhancing wellness initiatives, new hire and incumbent fitness evaluations, recruit and incumbent physical training, return to work/ light duty word hardeningAttending fire station and police precinct wellness visits.Leading morning or evening workout sessions for incumbent first responders.Assist with data collection and entry.Assist with Candidate Physical Ability TestMinor housekeeping dutiesRequirements:At least one (1) semester of group training or coaching experience. May be through a credited class or employment.Application Deadline: The Application window will remain open until the set time or until the position has been filled.Schedule & Hours:Candidates will work 32 hours per week with some Saturdays required. Daily start time will be 8:00 am unless instructed otherwise. The applicant is responsible to provide their own housing and transportation to and from work during the internship.Expected Duration:May 2026 - August 2026.Required Education: Candidates pursuing a degree, preferably a masters or senior level undergraduate students, in Exercise Science or closely 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 Resume and Unofficial Transcript.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, preferably a masters or senior level undergraduate students, in Exercise Science or closely related fieldAdditional Requirements:DMV Transcript: Not RequiredCDL: Not Required DOT History: Not Required CPS Check: Not RequiredPhysical: Not Required Respirator: Not RequiredPolygraph Review: Not RequiredPsychological Screening: Not RequiredAttachments Required: Please include Resume and Unofficial Transcript. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the internship program.Preferences:At least one (1) semester of group training or coaching experience. May be through a credited class or employment.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.You will not be able to access the details of this job ad once the closing date has passed. If you would like to retain this information, please take a screen shot or print using your browser's printing capability.VRS 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.