Natural Areas and Trails Outreach and Research Management Intern - On-Site Summer 2026 Internship jobs in United States
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Sarasota County Government · 3 weeks ago

Natural Areas and Trails Outreach and Research Management Intern - On-Site Summer 2026 Internship

positionShamrock Park
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$15/hr - $20/hr
workcardStart in 2026 Spring

Sarasota County Government is dedicated to providing students with a valuable internship experience in the field of Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources. The intern will gain hands-on experience in managing conservation lands, ecological research, and public outreach while collaborating with skilled professionals and participating in various departmental responsibilities.

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Responsibilities

Visit, observe and participate in different areas of Natural Areas and Trail’s facilities, programs, and operations
Utilize skills and education to enhance natural habitats and customer experiences in Sarasota County
Natural areas management including protected species monitoring, habitat restoration, documentation of nuisance species, nuisance vegetation management (either self or through team workdays and park volunteer workdays)
Document, monitor, and treat exotic plant and animal occurrences on county owned and/or managed lands
Learn and practice Core, Natural Areas and Aquatics pesticide applicator basics
Observe and serve as a trainee in conducting prescribed burns under the direction of the Fire Mitigation Specialist and Manager
Assist in the implementation of ecological monitoring and develop a report using data collection techniques, monitoring, and general statistics to document pre and post burn habitat conditions
Ensures compliance to all policies, guidelines, and procedures in accordance with local, state and federal regulations and standards
All other types of work necessary to lead and/or support land management goals
Final internship experience report to be presented to PRNR Management Team prior to completion of internship
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 8, 2025
Participate in all organized intern events and trainings

Qualification

Natural areas managementEcological researchData collection techniquesPesticide applicator basicsPublic interactionTeam collaborationPresentation skills

Required

Ages 16-17 with parental consent, or 18 and above
Eligible to work in the United States – we love local, national, and international students!
Active, enrolled student
Include cover letter, resume and transcript (documenting 2.8 GPA or higher) with application for internship

Company

Sarasota County Government

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Sarasota County Government is a county organization that dedicated to providing customer-focused services that add value to the community.
dateFounded in 1921
location
Sarasota, Florida, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.scgov.net/

H1B Sponsorship

Sarasota County Government has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Amanda Glover, PHR, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
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Chris Louria
Chief Human Resources Officer/Director
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