Media Archivist Intern

The Dept of Wildlife Resources is seeking a Media Archivist Intern in Laurel, VA, for a 12-week paid internship at $16 per hour. Ideal for college students interested in digital media archiving, the role involves managing photo and video content and collaborating with professionals. Applicants should have strong organizational skills and familiarity with Adobe Suite. Housing is not provided, and the internship runs from May 16 to August 1, 2025.
Title: Media Archivist Intern

State Role Title: Paid Intern

Hiring Range: $16.00 per hour

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Dept of Wildlife Resources

Location: Dept of Wildlife Resources

Agency Website: www.dwr.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This is a great opportunity for a college undergraduate or graduate student, who has an interest in hands on experience in digital media archiving and organization by managing photo and video content, by working with Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) professionals who share the same passion and interest. The DWR is responsible for the management of inland fisheries, wildlife, and recreational boating for the Commonwealth of Virginia. We are leading wildlife conservation and inspiring people to value the outdoors and their role in nature.

DWR values Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion by striving to become a workforce that is reflective of the population it serves and recognized as the "employer of choice for all" in state government for recruiting, retaining, and sustaining a ready, diverse, and highly skilled workforce. We will ensure that policies and practices support an inclusive culture, not only in a manner that complies with all applicable laws, but also fosters an environment in which every individual has the opportunity to prosper and contribute to the mission of the agency.

The successful incumbent will be a self-starter, strong organizational skills, and detail oriented. Familiarity with Adobe Suite, particularly Lightroom and adobe bridge for photo organization and metadata management is preferred but not required.

The 12-week internship is from May 16, 2025, thru August 1, 2025, and will average 30-40 hours per week.

Housing is NOT provided for this internship opportunity. The successful incumbent will be responsible for securing their own housing and transportation needs.

Opportunities for Professional Development

—Will work closely with the Creative Content Producer to learn more about DWR and digital media archiving and organization by managing photo and video content

— Working with the media team with photo and video shoots, including setting up equipment and capturing footage as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

—Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and be enrolled or recently graduated from college;

—Must currently be authorized to work in the United States, per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services requirements (www.uscis.gov/l-9);

—Minimum GPA of 2.8 and be able to provide official college/university documentation of current GPA;

—Have a valid driver's license;

—Familiarity with Adobe Suite, particularly Lightroom and adobe bridge for photo organization and metadata management.

—Knowledge of file structure and archival methods.

—Basic understanding of video editing and photography techniques (preferred but not required).

—Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

—Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.

Additional Considerations

—Student working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in the field of Natural Resources, Communications, or other related field;

—Previous coursework or certifications in digital media, archives, or photography

—Previous time spent managing and organizing large digital archives

—Experience in importing and processing older images and videos file types.

—Knowledge of using BOX which is a cloud-based content management system and applying metadata and tagging

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Cover Letters will not be accepted.

Applicants who submit an incomplete application or an application without an attached resume will not be considered eligible for an interview.

For consideration, a completed application or an application with an attached resume must be received online by 11:59PM on the “Job Close Date”. Faxed, Emailed, and Mailed applications will not be accepted for consideration.

The Department of Wildlife Resources is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard for race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 804-367-0927.

This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application.

The Department of Wildlife Resources is a proud member of Virginia Values Veterans program.

Contact Information

Name: Ty'quesha Gumbs

Phone: 804 -367-0927

Email: careers@dwr.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer