Environmental Student Intern (9020)

Southwest Florida Water Management District • Brooksville, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (the District) is seeking an Environmental Specialist Student Intern to support the Water Resources Bureau. This intern will work closely with project managers, engineers, and supervisors within the Water Supply Section, contributing to a variety of District projects and programs. The ideal candidate will assist with statistical analysis, data collection, and other project-related tasks. This role is well-suited for a motivated self-starter who can support multiple project managers and embrace the diverse work performed within the Water Supply Section. Responsibilities may include database entry, field and office data collection, administrative processing, calculations, coding, GIS tasks, and map creation. This internship is an on-site opportunity and is not eligible for remote work.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Be at least part-time and currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 for undergraduate students or minimum GPA of 3.0 for graduate students
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Degrees: Economics, Business, Environmental Science, Geology or Engineering
• Preferred Degree Level: Undergraduate
• Experience with data collection, data entry, or database management

Responsibilities

• Compile data, perform appropriate analyses, develop and/or produce reports, maintain data bases, and prepare data for presentation
• Conducts field work to support water supply projects
• Assist with processing Public Supply Annual Report (PSAR) data
• Assist in the evaluation of the economic impacts and cost effectiveness of existing, proposed, or potential District programs
• Identify data gathered and analyze data flow for developing efficiencies, solutions, or alternative methods to improve data quality and data reporting
• Maintain a positive and self-motivated attitude towards conducting data entry and developing tables and charts
• Ability to use appropriate software, database, and other technology

Benefits

• Training and Development: Eligibility to attend on-site trainings covering technical skills, emotional intelligence, time management, customer service, conflict resolution, communications, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential assistance and support for work-life balance, stress management, family issues, financial advice, legal and workplace problems, addictions, student loan assistance, and other personal issues.
• Wellness Program: Participation in 'Your Health Matters' program designed to encourage healthier lifestyle behaviors through health and fitness goals, including classes, walking routes, fitness challenges, tobacco-cessation resources, an ergonomics program, discount programs, and incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED