Intern - Stormwater Water Quality

Alachua County•Gainesville, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Alachua County’s Environmental Protection Department, Water Resources Program, is seeking a part-time Engineering Intern to support stormwater water-quality initiatives through design review, project tracking, data reporting, field visits, and environmental monitoring. This internship is designed for currently enrolled college engineering students interested in a variety of responsibilities, including engineering calculations, project review and tracking, and hands-on environmental work. This is a part-time, non-exempt, temporary internship contingent upon continued enrollment in college. The ideal candidate will be available Monday through Friday for half-day to full-day shifts of at least four hours, for up to 20 hours per week, depending on workload and candidate availability. The internship is intended to extend through summer 2027, with the end date dependent on the selected candidate’s enrollment and availability.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited two or four-year college or university; or at a technical school taking college-level courses.
Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment.
Basic knowledge of stormwater processes and calculations.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
An interest in water quality, low-impact development, nature-based solutions, and fieldwork.