About the role#
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Student Intern to join the Data Collection Bureau. This role supports the laboratory team by performing routine maintenance and data management tasks. You will work on-site at our Brooksville office. This is a paid, year-round internship with a schedule of up to 25 hours per week, which can be adjusted based on your academic commitments.
What you'll do#
- Enter data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Manage the physical inventory of samples throughout their life cycle, from receipt to disposal.
- Clean laboratory benches and work stations, including glassware washing and preparation for analysis.
- Monitor and record laboratory equipment temperatures on a daily basis.
- Assist the laboratory staff with various team-oriented tasks.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in an accredited college, university, or vocational program.
- Minimum GPA of 2.5 for undergraduate students or 3.0 for graduate students.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to operate a District vehicle for two hours or more at a time.
- Preferred majors include Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or related fields.
Location & details#
- Location: Brooksville, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $16.00 per hour.
- Schedule: Up to 25 hours per week, typically between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
About Southwest Florida Water Management District
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is a government agency founded in 1961. It operates out of Brooksville, Florida, with additional offices in Tampa, Sarasota, and Bartow. The organization manages water resources across west-central Florida. Its primary work involves flood protection, resource conservation, and water regulation for the region. The agency employs approximately 510 people.
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