Department:

　　Parks Recreation & Natural ResourcesAbout Our Job

　　Looking for a fun and exciting internship? The Sports Development & Athletics division of the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources department has a great opportunity for you! This internship will give you experience in the athletics world through a variety of functions such as insect pest, distress and disease identification in athletic turf, assessment of field conditions, learning how to use sports equipment. (i.e. clay infield groomer, mowers, cultural practice equipment.) Experience in this fast-paced environment will help you to gain valuable experience working with division staff in the Athletics Maintenance department. The internship is perfect for students majoring in Sports Management, physical education, or the golf course industry and serves as a great pathway to future employment. Our intern will develop skills that can be used at other organizations such as working in a team environment, problem solving, self-management and creative thinking. Interns will have lots of opportunities to build their resume during this experience!

　　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:

　　Display leadership ability in planning and completing maintenance tasks while assisting with the implementation of youth and adult athletic activities for the Sports Development & Athletics division.

　　Provide the highest level of customer service to participants.

　　Complete work orders in our computerized maintenance tracking system.

　　Attend meetings that include division staff meetings, staff trainings and department meetings.

　　Establish and maintain planning and working relationships with community groups.

　　Work directly with the Athletic Supervisor and use creative thinking and problem-solving skills throughout the summer.

　　Perform related work as required.

　　Special projects and renovations to athletic fields.

　　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!