FARMS Program Student Intern (9035)

Work for Our Water Resources.

Help protect one of Floridas most vital resources water with a career at theSouthwest Florida Water Management District (District).

The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources minimize flood risks and ensure the publics water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Join our FARMS Bureau

The FARMS Program is a cost-share reimbursement initiative focused on implementing agricultural best management practices (BMPs) that support both water conservation and water quality improvements. The selected candidate will assist FARMS Project Managers with activities related to the program and contribute to projects involving water resources and agricultural operations within the District. The FARMS Student Intern will perform general administrative and analytical tasks that support the program and will gain exposure to a wide range of responsibilities tied to the Districts mission. This part-time position is designed to extend across multiple semesters provided the candidate remains enrolled in school.

District Students are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:

Compensation: $16.00 hourly

Essential Functions

• Compile and review data from established databases maps and publications
• Assist with data analysis of FARMS project performance
• Manage various Access databases
• Constructing ArcPRO maps for project presentations
• Assisting with outreach to the agricultural community
• Attending field visits to projects and potential projects
• Gaining an understanding of how the Districts regulatory function impacts the agricultural community
• Perform queries from the FARMS and Districts Regulatory database

Working Conditions

Employee works in a standard office environment. Occasional travel usually during the workday is required. Performs continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding) with one or both hands. Occasionally lifts and carries objects up to 10 pounds. Occasionally requires bending and reaching above shoulder level. May spend time out in the field in remote areas. Possible travel to other offices. May be exposed to extremes in temperature and humidity as well as a variety of pests including mosquitoes and ticks.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee may be subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours or required to be on call including on nights weekends or holidays to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.

Required Credentials for FARMS Student Intern

• High School Diploma
• Be at least part-time and currently enrolled in an accredited college university or other recognized educational or vocational program
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 for undergraduate students or a minimum GPA of 3.0 for graduate students
• Valid drivers license

Preferred Credentials for FARMS Student Intern

• Microsoft Office skills including proficiency with Excel
• Ability to work well on a team
• Ability to take on individual project assignments
• Preferred Degree: Agricultural Sciences Agribusiness Hydrology Natural Sciences or Engineering
• Preferred Degree Level:Undergraduate

Application Process

The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete in full the District employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the required District application for the purpose of qualification.

Additional Details

This position is typically scheduled to work no more than 25 hours per week out of the Sarasota FL office. Interns are not approved for remote work; all duties must be performed onâsite or in the field.

Travel Required

travel using District vehicle within Districts coverage area.

Accepting applications until May 21 2026 at 4:00 PM.

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includesapproximately 10000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a flood-protection agency our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users protect and preserve our water resources manage the water supply protect water quality and preserve water-related functions.

Start and grow your career with the District! The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences association memberships and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks! Click on the link to apply.

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses.

All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race color religion ancestry national origin age sex marital status familial status or medical condition. All recruitment hiring placements transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills knowledge and abilities and the feasibility of any necessary job accommodation(s).

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in regard to job application procedures hiring and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Office Chief at 2379 Broad St. Brooksville FL 34604-6899; telephone or 1- (FL only); or email .âIf you are hearing or speech impaired please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service 1- (TDD) or 1- (Voice). In the event of a complaint please follow the grievance procedure located at District participates in E-Verify employment eligibility verification. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The District does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Required Experience:

Intern