Health & Wellness Intern #48884
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 hardening
- Attending 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 Test
- Minor housekeeping duties
Requirements:
- 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.
The City of Virginia Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.