Environmental Education and Outreach Intern (UF/IFAS Extension)

Requirements

• 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.
• Candidates currently working towards a bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Education, Youth Development, Sustainability, Marketing, Communications, Biology, or closely related fields. Prefer both environmental and communication studies.
• Bilingual
• Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five (5) years.
• About Everything Else
• Internship Hours: Part-Time, 20 hours/week between Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
• Pay Range: $15 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)
• Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
• If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents . You will need to present the following items on your first day:
• I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and r

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Intern Sarasota County is proud to be #VaultRanked as one of the Top 150 Internships for 2026! Department: UF/IFAS Extension and Sustainability About Our Job This internship is a unique opportunity for an inquisitive, self-motivated, and creative individual to make a positive impact on Sarasota County. Sarasota County Government is seeking an intern in the UF/IFAS Extension and Sustainability Department. The position will work on the development of outreach, educational, marketing materials, survey data collection, data analysis for the Chemicals in the Environment program. This position will also assist with the delivery of Extension education programs related to the environment, including 4-H youth programming, and could include weekend, evening, and overnight events. A Level II background screening is required. 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 is 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. About the Internship Responsibilities Develop and Deliver Educational Programming Assist in the preparation and development of educational materials related to the Chemicals in the Environment program. These may include lesson plans, educational games, fact sheets, videos, webinars, blogs, presentations, story maps, and more. Help with the research, development, and delivery of adult and 4-H youth programming for the Chemicals in the Environment program. These may include Treasure Quest, Bug Bungalows, and other family programming. Program delivery may be in-person or may include developing, filming, and editing videos and Zoom webinar assistance. Assist with organizing existing educational tools and materials in the office and storage facilities. Communications, Outreach, Marketing, and Analysis Support the Chemicals in the Environment program on additional projects, such as the regional Green Team retreat for Extension educators or other outreach events. Administrative duties to support the Chemicals in the Environment program, such as program data entry and analysis, literature review, design, marketing, and promotion of programs, event planning, and office and storage organization. Research, write, and develop blogs, social media content, and other communications materials for the Chemicals in the Environment program. Support outreach events for the Chemicals in the Environment program, including Treasure Quest and Bug Bungalows. Location: Twin Lakes Park, 6600 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241 About You

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