Water Use Permit Student Intern (9004)

Opportunities; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and Development

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Southwest Florida Water Management District in Tampa, FL is offering a Water Use Permit Student Intern position. Gain hands-on experience assisting the WUP Compliance section and collaborating with senior staff on permitting projects.

The internship is on-site only (no remote work) with typical hours up to 25 per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Compensation is $16 hourly; travel within the District is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or other recognized program.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 for undergraduates or 3.0 for graduates.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Work with overpumpage in the Compliance section.
• Work with ownership transfers in the Water Use Permit section.
• Handle other projects as needed.
• Visit sites with senior team members.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Education

Geology or Environmental Science (degree preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Help protect one of Florida’s 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 public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Gain valuable hands‑on experience by assisting our Water Use Permit (WUP) Compliance section. You will have the opportunity to work as an active team member on both sides of the permitting process and will also work with our Senior Staff to complete important projects.

This internship opportunity is not eligible for remote work, all work will be conducted at the Tampa, FL office.

For helping to maintain our valuable water resources as a student, we offer:

• Training and Development:Having a successful career takes more than technical training. The District helps our staff develop additional skill sets, such as emotional intelligence, time management, customer service, conflict resolution, communications and more. As an intern, you are eligible to attend these on‑site trainings.
• Employee Assistance Program:Provides confidential assistance and support in a wide variety of areas important to an employee’s well‑being, including but not limited to work and life balance, stress management, coping with family issues, financial advice, legal and workplace problems, addictions, student loan assistance and any other personal issues adversely affecting quality of life.
• Wellness Program:Your Health Matters is designed to encourage employees to engage in healthier lifestyle behaviors through the achievement of health and fitness goals. The program includes classes on health and fitness topics, District campus walking routes, a fitness challenge, tobacco‑cessation resources, an ergonomics program, discount programs, incentives and other resources. Participation in wellness program activities is voluntary.

Compensation: $16 hourly

Essential Functions

• Work with overpumpage in the Compliance section
• Work with ownership transfers in the Water Use Permit section
• Handle other projects as needed
• Visit sites with senior team members

Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to perform continuous repetitive tasks (to include keyboarding) with one or both hands. Must be able to operate a District vehicle with attached equipment for two hours or more at a time. May be exposed to extremes in temperature and humidity, as well as a variety of pests, including mosquitoes and ticks.Work environments vary by assigned business unit.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Credentials for Water Use Permit Student Intern

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or other recognized educational or vocational program
• Maintain a minimum GPAof 2.5 for undergraduate students or minimum GPA of 3.0 for graduate students
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Credentials for Water Use Permit Student Intern

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
• Preferred Degrees:Geology, Environmental Science, or related field
• Preferred Degree Level:Undergraduate or Graduate

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, a District employment application. Any application that is not complete will not receive consideration for the position. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the information requested on the application for purposes of qualification.

This position is typically scheduled to work no more than 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, out of the Tampa, FL office.Student Internshippositions are not eligible for insured medical benefits.

Travel Required

Yes.Some travel, using District vehicle, within District's coverage area.

Accepting applications until September 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includes approximately 10,000 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.

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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 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 [phone] or 1-800-423-1476 (FL only), ext. 4747; or email [e-mail]. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). In the event of a complaint, please follow the grievance procedure located at WaterMatters.org/ADA.

The 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 employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

The Districtwill not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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