Department:

　　Public WorksAbout Our Job

　　This is a unique opportunity to work in the fabrication, installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic control devices to include traffic signs, pavement markings, delineators, barricades, cones, raised pavement markers and any other device related to Traffic Operations in our Public Works department. It also includes programming and deployment of message boards, arrow boards, and more!

　　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:

　　Sign Installation

　　Locate where traffic signs and other apparatus is to be installed

　　Fabricate and install signs and posts

　　Fabricate and install delineators, barricades, cones and raised pavement markers

　　Load and deploy cones and barricades, as directed

　　Program and deploy message boards and arrow boards, as directed

　　Clean and maintain existing signs and other traffic control devices

　　Perform other traffic operations related functions, as directed

　　Signal Maintenance

　　Perform traffic signal controller cabinet maintenance and cleaning

　　Performs and tests traffic signal controllers

　　Read blueprints and wiring charts

　　Perform vehicle inspections at the start of every shift

　　Inventories work vehicle for missing materials and obtain needed supplies from warehouse

　　Maintain Equipment

　　Clean and service equipment and work area used in installation and repairs of traffic signs

　　Perform other duties and directed by management and supervisors

　　Locate, marks with paint and flags, all underground conduits for streetlight, traffic signal and communication circuits

　　​ 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.

　　Participate in all organized intern events and trainings.

　　Your Internship Includes:

　　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

　　About You

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　At least 18 years old, or age 16 with parental consent.

　　High school diploma, or equivalent (if applicable).

　　Eligible to work in the United States – we love local, national, and international students!

　　Active student, or graduated August 2023 or later.

　　About Everything Else

　　Program Dates: The 2024 internship program will begin on May 20, 2024 and end on August 9, 2024.

　　Internship Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; some departments vary.

　　Pay Range: $13 per hour (high school student) up to $20 per hour (Grad/Masters student), based on your credit hours earned.

　　Employee Type:Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Benefits:

　　Employee benefits and Florida Retirement System contributions are not available for seasonal and temporary positions. Positions marked Full Time and Regular (Budgeted) are eligible for benefits, for more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net (https://www.scgov.net/government/human-resources/employee-health-and-benefits) .

　　A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team.

　　We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different and are committed to creating a culture of understanding and respect where our employees realize that we are stronger together.

　　Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally.

　　Sarasota County Government promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, marital status, age or disability. A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.

　　Government employers are drug-free and tobacco-free environments, EEO/AA/ADA employers, and they prohibit discrimination in all services, programs or activities.

　　Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.

　　Do you like leaving things better than you found them? We serve the greater good! Our team is here to make Sarasota the premier community to live, work and play!

　　Sarasota has 37 miles of award-winning beaches, over 80 parks and 100 golf courses, and is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival. Unsurpassed beauty, rich cultural offering, diverse educational opportunities, wide-ranging recreational possibilities make Sarasota a great place to live and work!

　　We believe in work-life balance with a generous leave plan.

　　“US News & World Report: Sarasota is No. 1 in Florida and No. 18 in the country for best place to live.”

　　We need YOU to help create wonderful experiences for residents and vacationing guests enjoying Sarasota! Apply today!