Have you ever wondered what happens to all the waste you create? Now is the time to find out! We are looking for interns to work in a variety of areas along side of our Solid Waste Division professionals. Opportunities are available to further your knowledge and sharpen your skills in recycling, disposal, and education programs. We are looking for students that are focusing their area of study in engineering, environmental sciences, and public relations. If you're ready to work in an exciting, fast-paced, ever-changing and unique field don’t let this opportunity pass you by!
The Solid Waste Intern will work directly with the Sarasota County Government Public Utilities Department, Solid Waste Division. The Intern will interact with county staff members, County Administration and the public. Our Intern will attend meetings, tour facilities, observe day-to-day practices and complete tasks, as directed by Sarasota County staff.
Intern Responsibilities:
A presentation to the County Administrator and other County Leadership staff is required at the close of the internship program.
Participation in organized intern events.
Job Duties:
Observe and participant in the day-to-day operations of the Solid Waste Division.
Participate in solid waste projects and activities.
Record keeping (i.e: Intern will be responsible for tracking one’s own time.).
Attend staff meetings.
Provide support to assigned department and perform various tasks under the direction of SCGov staff.
Non-Essential Functions:
Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Specific knowledge, skills, abilities and/or machines, equipment, special tools as required for the job
An interest in government and how it operates
An interest in public service and helping others
Interpersonal skills
Basic Microsoft software knowledge (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions
Willingness to share input on projects
Drug Free Work Environment EOE/AA/ADA
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Valid driver's license
Must be currently enrolled in a college/university, seeking a graduate (post-baccalaureate) degree or senior level graduate studies. (Proof of current enrollment required at time of application.) May consider recent graduate of master's program.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates currently working towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Sciences.
Candidates currently in upper-level classes - Junior, Senior or Graduate program, also preferred
Internal Number: 4784
About Sarasota County Government
Sarasota County Government is a progressive government with approximately 2,300 employees providing diverse services to the public. Our benefits include:
• Attractive medical/dental/life insurance
• Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• State retirement programs
About Sarasota: Sarasota County is a past winner of the All American County Award from the National Civic League. Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota provides 35 miles of world-famous beaches and is host of the annual Offshore Grand Prix boat race. The county is home of Oscar Scherer and Myakka State Parks, a world-class rowing park and boasts more than 100 challenging golf courses. Sarasota is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival. There are a number of colleges and Money magazine ranked the Sarasota County Public Schools one of the top 100 school systems in the United States. Unsurpassed beauty… rich cultural offering…diverse educational opportunities…wide-ranging recreational possibilities…All of this makes Sarasota a great place to live, work, and play!
See full job description and appl...y online:
http://www.scgov.net/Careers will be considered. Resumes may be attached. For assistance, please call (941) 861-5742.
