Hood River Fire & EMS College Intern Program
The college intern program is designed to promote knowledge of basic operating principles of fire and emergency medical services through day-to-day operations, and hands-on experience.
In addition to in-house training, the college intern is typically enrolled in a local Fire Science and Paramedic programs and assigned to a shift. The value is learning from crews and applying skills learned in a classroom setting on emergency scenes.
College Intern Benefits
- Up to $14,000 per year for college tuition, books, and fees.
- Up to $3,000 per year for approved living expenses.
- $600 laptop reimbursement.
- Room provided rent free.
- Training in all aspects of structure and wildland firefighting, emergency medicine and fire prevention.
- Experience from working shifts with professional staff.
Eligibility Requirements for the College Intern Program:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Documentation of a High School Diploma, G.E.D., or Certificate of Advanced Mastery.
- Must possess Oregon EMT certification.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and be insurable by the City of Hood River insurance carrier.
- Must pass Hood River Fire & EMS in-house agility exam.
- Pass application process, oral interview and drug screening.
Desirable Qualifications:
- NFPA Firefighter 1 training completed.
- NFPA Hazardous Materials Operations Level Responder training completed.
- Wildland Interface Firefighter (FFT2) training completed.
Application and Selection Process:
To obtain an application and to be considered for selection:
- Email Captain Scott Tennant
- Visit us at 1785 Meyer Parkway to pick up an application