2025 Summer Intern-GIS Field Analyst

Work Location: Public Works Administration Building, 1022 26th Avenue East, Bradenton, FL  34208
Work Hours: Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; Thursday 8:00 am - 11:00 am (27 hours per week, may vary)

About Our Job

 

Are you interested in getting hands-on experience in your chosen field? Do you want to make a difference in your community? 

 

Manatee County is dedicated in providing students with an unsurpassed learning experience and insight into the dynamic world of public sector employment. 

 

What you can expect: 

• Develop new skills you can apply in the workplace. 
• Gain skills that will enhance your resume and increase your career options.
• Explore working in public service! 
• Observe and participate in tasks performed daily by skilled professionals. 
• Experience workplace culture, office dynamics, and business etiquette. 

 

Your internship will include impactful hands-on work within a county department, networking, professional development, and building lasting connections with other interns, mentors, and Manatee County team members.  

• Program Dates: The 2024 internship program will begin on May 19^th, 2025, and end on August 8^th, 2025.
• Internship Hours: Up to 27 hours/week (maximum), Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; may vary by department.
• Pay Range: $14 per hour up to $20 per hour (graduate/ master’s student), based on the number of credit hours earned. 
• Using Esri ArcGIS solutions and field collection tools, intern(s) will perform field collection/verification of county-maintained assets. 
• Intern(s) will review, correct and reconcile collected data into Manatee County’s existing authoritative GIS data repository.
• Intern(s) will learn/improve competencies related to GIS, cartography, and field collection processes. 

 

Department Responsibilities: 

• Facilitate apprentice-level GIS training through available ESRI training modules and exercises.
• Mentor and oversee specific project formulation with intern(s) operating in supervised training Project Manager roles.
• Facilitate routine, preestablished quality control and quality assurance audits of intern progress through intern-led meetings and presentations.
• Will provide necessary field tools and transportation to allow for safe and effective field work.

 

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. 

• High school diploma, or equivalent (if applicable) 
• Eligible to work in the United States – we love local, national, and international students!  
• Currently seeking a diploma or degree through an accredited secondary or post-secondary educational program, or within 12 months after graduation.

Your Internship Includes:

• Competitive wages starting at $14.00 hr. 
• Hands-on work experience 
• Professional headshot 
• 1-1 mentoring with county staff 
• Professional Development Events: 

1. Get to know your County & Facility Tour 
2. Beach Patrol Demo & Beach Clean Up   
3. Communication Training
4. Natural Resources – Kayak Tour 
5. Build your resume with real world career experience
6. Senior Leadership Meeting 
7. Speaking for Success 

Salary : $14 - $20