GIS Intern - On-Site Summer 2026 Internship

Sarasota County Government • Colonial Park, PA

1d • $15 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Intern Sarasota County is proud to be #VaultRanked as one of the Top 150 Internships for 2026! Department: Parks Recreation and Natural Resources About Our Job Join the Parks Internal Operations team in the Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources department this summer! This position will focus on the integration of geospatial technologies within existing County business processes and workflows, updating geospatial data layers, adding attribute and routine maintenance data within GIS databases, and working with various Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources’ divisions to compile necessary information to maintain assets and their lifecycles. The responsibilities include many aspects of Geographic Information Systems, including data creation, development, maintenance, and map production. Job Description: Are you interested in getting hands-on experience in your chosen field? Do you want to make a difference in your community? Intern Sarasota County dedicated to providing students with an unsurpassed learning experience and insight into the dynamic world of public sector employment. Develop new skills you can apply in the workplace. Gain skills that will enhance your resume and increase your career options while exploring public service! Observe and participate in tasks and responsibilities performed daily by skilled professionals. Experience workplace culture, office dynamics, and business etiquette. Your internship will include impactful hands-on work within a department, networking, professional development, and building long lasting connections with other interns, mentors, and Sarasota County team members. Department Responsibilities: Analyze data and prepare GIS maps for land-use management and planning efforts. Work in a park maintenance environment crafting, editing data, and configuring geo-databases, planning and coordinating the implementation of new solutions Coordinate activities that will involve the ability to multi-task and communicate efficiently between multiple teams regarding master planning tasks. Provide master planning and analysis summaries in the form of technical reports, maps, and research on assigned projects. Collaborate with your department colleagues to make and influence real changes. Internship Program Responsibilities: A presentation to the County Administrator and other County Leadership staff is required at the close of the internship program on Friday, August 7, 2026. Participate in all organized intern events and trainings.

Requirements

• Ages 16-17 with parental consent, or 18 and above.
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Active, enrolled student.

Nice To Haves

• Majoring in geography, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and prepare GIS maps for land-use management and planning efforts.
• Work in a park maintenance environment crafting, editing data, and configuring geo-databases, planning and coordinating the implementation of new solutions
• Coordinate activities that will involve the ability to multi-task and communicate efficiently between multiple teams regarding master planning tasks.
• Provide master planning and analysis summaries in the form of technical reports, maps, and research on assigned projects.
• Collaborate with your department colleagues to make and influence real changes.
• A presentation to the County Administrator and other County Leadership staff is required at the close of the internship program on Friday, August 7, 2026.
• Participate in all organized intern events and trainings.

Benefits

• Competitive wage
• Hands-on work experience
• Professional headshot
• 1-1 mentoring with county staff
• Professional Development Events: Civics 101 & Facility Tour Own Your Career Business Etiquette & Professional Networking Philanthropy & Your Career Board of County Commission Public Hearing Session Speaking for Success
• Opportunity to job shadow in other departments

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees