Photography and Marketing Intern

The City of Portsmouth is offering a hands-on Photography and Marketing Intern with the Portsmouth Public Library for the Summer of 2026! This internship is designed for students or emerging professionals who want to build real-world experience in photography and marketing within a library environment.  

Hours: 10-15 hours per week (6-8 weeks).
Schedule: Flexible hours; weekend required.
Pay rate: $15.00 per hour.

 

NATURE OF WORK
Intern is responsible for photographing all summer reading and outreach events, taking candid photos around the library, and taking scheduled group photos of on-going library programs. Internship will also include collaborating on social media posts throughout the summer. 

SUPERVISION
Work is performed under the direction of the Library Director or their designee. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to, or extension of, the position.

1. Photograph all summer reading and outreach events.

2. Take candid photos at the library at different times and group photos of on-going programs such as language groups, book clubs, etc. 

3. Responsible for photography, editing, and organizing photos. 

4. Collaborate on 2-4 social media posts throughout the summer. 

5. Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
An incumbent in this position consistently demonstrates a(n)…

1. Thorough knowledge of photography and editing. 

2. Basic marketing skills. 

3. Strong organizational skills. 

4. Customer service skills. 

5. Must be responsible and dependable. 

6. Ability to communicate effectively with the general public, City staff, and government officials at all levels.

ENVIRONMENT, WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT
Works in library environments which are subject to uncomfortably warm or cool temperatures.   Continuous intellectual effort is required to maintain current knowledge of library resources, services and practices. The work requires lifting equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Students currently enrolled in Marketing, Photography, Library Science, or related field are encouraged to apply. Photography experience is a must and a portfolio or work samples that demonstrate skills and experience will be requested. 

(The above descriptions are illustrative.  They are intended as guides for personnel actions and are not complete itemizations of all facets of any job)

DISCLAIMER
The essential functions and duties described herein are normal for this position. They are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similarly related or a logical assignment to or extension of the position. Other duties may be required and assigned by the supervisor. The City of Portsmouth is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The City is committed to providing access to equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Director by phone 603-610-4478.

 

APPLICATION SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Finalist must complete pre-employment screening, drug testing, & background check.