2027 ODNR Paid Summer Internship - Graphic Design, Photography & Videography - Columbus, Ohio

State of Ohio•Columbus, OH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is hiring a 2027 paid summer intern for students in Graphic Design, Photography, or Videography. The internship provides practical experience supporting ODNR’s communications and outreach work while helping the department manage and protect Ohio’s natural resources. Interns will work on visual and online content, assist with news releases and exhibits, and learn about the department’s work. The role is temporary and part-time, with variable work hours, at ODNR’s main office in Columbus, Ohio. Compensation is $16.00 per hour. The internship also offers access to professional development and training opportunities. Interns may have the option to gain school credit. Applicants must be enrolled in a relevant degree program, be in good academic standing, and submit a resume, a graphic design portfolio or website link, and a writing sample.

Requirements

Be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in a Graphic Design, Photography, or Videography major at an accredited college, university, or community college offering or leading to an associate, bachelor’s, or graduate degree.
Be in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Submit a resume, a portfolio with a sample of graphic design work or a link to a website, and a writing sample with the application.
Ensure transcripts for coursework, degrees, or educational accomplishments claimed on the application are submitted by the posting deadline.

Responsibilities

Work on design projects, including signage, flyers, handouts, and social graphics.
Build content for online platforms.
Research, edit, write, and fact-check news releases.
Coordinate exhibits, including setup, teardown, scheduling, and signage.
Gain a comprehensive knowledge of what the Department does and why.
Help ensure a balance between wise use and protection of Ohio’s natural resources.