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

State of Ohio•Columbus, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is hiring a paid summer intern for students in Graphic Design, Photography, or Videography. The intern will contribute to communications and design work supporting ODNR’s mission to balance the wise use and protection of Ohio’s natural resources. The role is based at ODNR’s main Columbus office and is temporary, part-time, with variable work hours. The internship provides hands-on practical experience, flexible hours, the option to gain school credit, and access to professional development and training opportunities. Applicants must be enrolled part-time or full-time in a relevant program at an accredited college, university, or community college and be in good academic standing with a GPA of at least 2.5. Applicants must submit a resume, a portfolio including graphic design work or a website link, a writing sample, and transcripts.

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.
Submit transcripts for coursework, degrees, or educational accomplishments claimed on the application.

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 knowledge of ODNR and its work.