About the role#
The Pasco County Department of Utilities Operations & Maintenance offers a hands-on internship for students and recent graduates. You will work under the supervision of the Utilities Mapping & GIS Supervisor to gain professional experience. This role involves 30 to 38 hours of work per week. You will learn to use ArcGIS Pro and its extensions while applying your academic knowledge to real-world utility projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist in researching and conducting special projects.
- Import and perform QA/QC on utility system assets and related data.
- Research and document information to produce data for reports.
- Assist with field collection and verification of data.
- Shadow team members to learn daily job functions.
- Use hand tools such as shovels, prybars, valve keys, and sledgehammers when necessary.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in geography, environmental science, or a related field, or a recently completed Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid Florida driver's license.
- Knowledge of ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, and Esri web and mobile applications.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Ability to lift or carry up to 80 pounds and maneuver heavy objects like manhole covers.
- Ability to work outdoors and traverse uneven ground and brush.
- Effective verbal, written, and visual communication skills.
- Completion of GIS-related certifications is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Land O' Lakes, Florida.
- This is an on-site role that requires daily office attendance.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About Pasco County Government
Pasco County Government manages public services and infrastructure across 742 square miles in the Tampa Bay area. Established in 1887, the agency oversees regional operations from its headquarters in New Port Richey. It maintains extensive recreational facilities, including parks, golf courses, and state-designated canoe trails. The organization currently employs 1,349 people to support a growing population north of Tampa.
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