Investigative Intern Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $21.18 - $26.45 Hourly
Location : Ontario, California, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 082626 Vid Photo Intern
Department: Police - Non-Sworn
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: PT
The Position
Video and Photo Intern
(Administrative Intern)
Are you passionate about social media, marketing, videography and photography? Are you eager to make an impact in your community? The City of Ontario has an excellent part-time opportunity for a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual interested in gaining valuable experience as a Video and Photo Intern. This position will be responsible for capturing and producing visual content that promotes the department's activities, services, and community engagement efforts. This includes assisting with various photo and video projects of activities, programs, community outreach, and public events, as well as planning, developing, and executing creative social media and multimedia content.
The following items are required for consideration:

• Completion of application and supplemental questions.
• Minimum of three (3) different work samples (photos, videos, etc.) you have captured/produced. A link to your portfolio website will also suffice.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have experience in social media, marketing, photography and videography, demonstrate proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro; exhibit excellent communication and collaboration skills; and have the ability to work in fast-paced, high-stress environments. Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the department's mission and vision as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the principles of the City's Customer Service Philosophy - Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.
The Video and Photo Intern is a paid, part-time/temporary position scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and is not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.
NOTE: The Video and Photo Intern is a common classification used in a variety of City departments. This recruitment will result in an eligibility list to meet the current and future staffing needs of departments with openings in this classification.
There is one (1) current vacancy with the Ontario Police Department.
The following procedures will apply:

• The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.
• Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

Background Investigation
Successful candidates appointed to the Ontario Police Department are subject to a satisfactory background investigation conducted by the Ontario Police Department. The background investigation will include the following: passing of a polygraph test and the successful completion of a post-offer medical exam (including drug screen). Candidates may be disqualified from further consideration during the background investigation for a variety of reasons including if they have: an excessive number of traffic citations and/or collisions; arrests and/or convictions; a history of illegal substance abuse; poor credit history (factors include bankruptcy, foreclosures, liens, repossessions, and recency); or thefts from a previous employer. For clarification of any of the above disqualifying reasons, please call the Police Department Background Unit at (909) 408-1820. The following list describes some areas that are covered in the background investigation:

• Your relatives, references, and acquaintances are asked to comment on your suitability for a career in law enforcement.
• The information supplied regarding your educational history is examined and verified.
• You must list a history of your residences.
• Your work history and experience are examined with regard to your dependability, relationships with fellow workers, trustworthiness, and general job performance.
• Military service records are subject to verification.
• The background investigation considers your management of personal finances (however, being in debt does not automatically disqualify you).
• Your criminal, driving, and insurance records are evaluated. Felony convictions will be grounds for disqualification from the selection process.

The Ontario Police Department
The mission of the Ontario Police Department is to protect life and property, build and maintain authentic relationships, and enhance the quality of life in our community.
TEAMWORK: Fulfilling community partnerships that instill pride, passion and commitment through communication and performance. Learn from the past and embrace the future through empowerment, respect, and cooperation.
PROFESSIONALISM: It is not the job we do; it is how we do our job. We are engaging and considerate with our actions, image, and conduct.
INTEGRITY: We hold honesty as our guiding principle. When faced with difficult decisions, we do the right thing, even in the face of adversity.
ACCOUNTABILITY: We openly identify and address problems and willingly accept responsibility for our own actions.
DEDICATION: We are committed to our craft and to the residents, businesses, and visitors of the City of Ontario.
The City of Ontario
The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full-time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.
The City's vision for the future is very exciting, and we foresee tremendous growth within the years to come. We welcome you to view the City of Ontario's 2026 State of the City video by clicking on the link below as well as the other links to learn more about the City:
State of the City
The Ontario Plan
Smart Ontario
Downtown Ontario
Examples of Essential Functions
The essential functions typically performed by the Video and Photo Intern (Administrative Intern) include the following:

• Assists in capturing photographs and video footage of various departmental activities, services, and community engagement efforts.
• Assists in producing video and photographic content that highlights the department's community engagement, public education campaigns, and public events.
• Assists with writing, editing, designing, producing and distributing various pieces of publicity, press releases, videos, or other media for use in print, online, social media, email, direct mail, and other mediums.
• Creates graphic, photographic, and video content for use on social media, the City's website, email communications, and other digital platforms.
• Works in Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, and After Effects, and other social media management tools.
• Assists with developing agency wide promotional and public relations plans designed to promote the mission, vision and goals of the department.
• Assists members of management, professional and technical staff by performing a variety of administrative and technical projects and assignments.
• Operates computer, photography and videography equipment, and other office equipment.
• Collaborates with City departments to gather stories, photos, video, and other content.
• Engages with the public to gather content, as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines
Education
Equivalent to completion of two years of college with major course work in Marketing, Digital Media, Photography, Videography, Film Productions, Communications, or a closely related field.
NOTE: Proof of education must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degree/Certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification.
Licenses
Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment are required.
Desirable
Previous experience in photography and/or videography, preferably in a public service or emergency response environment. Previous experience creating content for social media platforms. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or Final Cut Pro for photo and video editing.
Special Requirements
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or during emergency incidents, as needed.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.

• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).

• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Application Process
Applicants arerequiredto submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required documentation may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.
Supplemental Questions
To complete your application for this position, you may be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.
Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.
Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Email Notices
Email is the primary way that the Human Resources/Risk Management or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to ourpage.
The City of Ontario values the health and wellness of our employees and their families. We understand benefits are an important part of your total compensation and we take pride in offering a comprehensive benefit package. Please check out our excellent benefit packages here
Employees in this classification are under the Part-Time Compensation and Benefits Profile. For a list of benefits for part-time employees please click here: