Health And Wellness Intern #JR-00459

Health and Wellness Intern - Fall 2026

The City of Virginia Beach Fire Department is in search of a Health and Wellness Intern for the Spring of 2026.

Day to Day duties can include, but are not limited to:

• 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

Expected 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 for providing their own transportation to work and housing during the internship.

Expected Start Date:
August 2026

Expected End Date:
December 2026

Required Education:
Candidates seeking a degree, preferably a masters or senior level undergraduate students, in Exercise Science or closely related field.

Preferred Candidate:
At least 1 semester of group training or coaching experience. Can be through a credited class or employment.

Application Deadline:
Open until filled

Compensation (depends on academic year):
•    Freshman/Sophomore: $16/ hour 
•    Juniors/Seniors: $17/ hour 
•    Graduate Students: $18/ hour

Application Attachments:
Please include Resume and Transcript (unofficial will be accepted).

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the internship program. References may be requested at time of interview. 

The City of Virginia Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.