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College Intern - Environmental Science, Biology

City of Lakeland • Lakeland, FL • 1d ago

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College Intern - Environmental Science, Biology

Salary

$15.00 - $16.00 Hourly

Location

Employment Services

Job Type

Part Time Temporary

Job Number

500115-26-04

Department

Water Utilities

Division

Wetlands Operations 1502300000

Opening Date

07/07/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Description

Benefits

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

Perform entry level professional duties of moderate difficulty providing the opportunity for professional training in various offices throughout the City. Perform assigned duties to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures and standards required for successful performance. Specific activities vary by department. Work is performed under direct supervision.

This internship is located at the Se7en Wetlands at 500 W. Carter Rd. in Mulberry, FL. Interns will work a maximum of 30 hours a week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist with Se7en Wetlands environmental education and outreach programs including developing and refining outdoor activities, classroom activities, social media content, etc.

Facilitate environmental classes, tours, guided hikes, summer camps and other events both at Se7en Wetlands and in the greater community (could be virtual)

Assist with water quality monitoring, sampling, equipment maintenance and data management

Assist with land and habitat management activities, including plant and animal surveys

Conduct special studies in conjunction with a project, analyze data and make recommendations based upon findings

Use GIS software to analyze and display environmental data

Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

Must have a valid driver's license.

Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, in and around water, and associated wildlife.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform related work as required

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)

Enrollment as a Sophomore or Junior in an accredited college or university in a major relating to Environmental Science or Biology

Required: A Resumé must be uploaded with the application to be considered for this position.

An Unofficial Transcript must be uploaded with the application to be considered for this position.

A Cover Letter must be uploaded with the application to be considered for this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Skill in the use of personal computers and standard office equipment

Basic knowledge of environmental science and biology

Ability to communicate information to public

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites and design software (Photoshop, Canva, etc.)

Social media skills preferred

Basic knowledge of GIS software recommended

Ability to create maps using GIS software preferred

Completion of a Field Biology or similar college course is preferred

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City employees and the general public

Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing, and to request clarification when needed

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:

Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis, routine keyboard operations

The job risks exposure to no significant environmental hazards

The job requires normal visual acuity, and field of vision, hearing and speaking

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

There are no benefits available for full-time or part-time temporary employees.

Are you submitting a resumé with this application? Note: Not submitting your resumé with your application will result in your application being disqualified.

Yes

Are you submitting a Cover Letter with this application? Note: Not submitting this document will result in your application being disqualified.

Yes

Are you submitting an Unofficial Transcript with this application? Note: Not submitting this document will result in your application being disqualified.

Yes

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Employer

City of Lakeland, Civil Service

Address

500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801

Phone

(863)834-8790

Website

http://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices

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