Student Intern - Public Works - Sustainability

The City of Clearwater is seeking an intern to assist our Public Works Department in our Sustainability & Environmental Division in a variety of projects.

Under the general direction of the Sustainability & Environmental Division Manager and Sustainability & Resilience Specialist, the Sustainability Intern will assist with projects, events and communications that support the city's sustainability, resiliency, and environmental initiatives.

Salary:
Interns may work for an hourly rate, for college credit with a stipend, or unpaid intern volunteer.

Freshman or Sophomore College Student - $14.00/hr.

Junior, Senior, or Technical/Vocational College Student - $15.00/hr.

Graduate Level College Student - $16.00

Schedule/Duration:

* The schedule will be flexible to accommodate the intern's class schedule. The duration of the internship is flexible to meet the needs of the department and the student's academic requirements.

* The recommended number is less than 25 hours per week for internships and for 3 to 9 months.

* Co-op positions will be reviewed and discussed based on the university program.

* Support the Sustainability Division in organizing, coordinating and conducting education and outreach events

* Assist with grant writing and grant funded program development

* Brainstorm and ideation for implementing strategies outlined in Greenprint 2.0

* Research on sustainability topics as needed

* Draft content for various communication materials such as newsletter, bill insert, social media posts, flyers and others

* Perform administrative tasks such as meeting preparation, taking minutes, data entry, project progress tracking and evaluation

* Perform other duties as assigned

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid State Driver's License Required

Minimum Requirements:

* Currently enrolled college student (graduate level, technical/vocational). Preferred majors/concentrations include Sustainability, Environmental Studies/Science/Engineering/Law, Public Administration, or Urban Planning.

* Knowledge and experience to successfully fulfill the duties and responsibilities listed above as this position will be ethical, hardworking, and strong desire to learn. Experience can be personal or professional.