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City of Lakeland College Intern - Environmental Policy & Sustainability in Lakeland, Florida
College Intern - Environmental Policy & Sustainability
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College Intern - Environmental Policy & Sustainability
Salary
$15.00 Hourly
Location
Employment Services, FL
Job Type
Part Time Temporary
Job Number
500120-26-02
Department
Lakeland Electric
Division
GM-Legislative & Regulatory 2091200000
Opening Date
02/06/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
NA
Description
Benefits
Questions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS
Performs entry level professional duties of moderate difficulty providing the opportunity for professional training in various offices throughout the City. Performs assigned duties to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures and standards required for successful performance. Specific activities vary by department. Work is performed under direct supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Learn about regulatory reporting methods
Research the latest policies for environmental policy and sustainability in the energy sector
Provide professional support such as tracking and charting environmental policy and sustainability projects in the energy sector and identifying performance measures
Gain hands-on experience researching and analyzing environmental issues
Assist in developing and implementing sustainability initiatives
Contribute to policy briefs and reports
Network with experts in the field
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs related work as required
QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)
A current undergraduate student studying environmental science policy and sustainability
Eager to learn and apply knowledge to real-world challenges
Possess strong research and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
A team player with a passion for sustainability
Required: Resumé & Unofficial college transcript must be uploaded with application to confirm applicant's major
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Knowledge in general research methods
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with supervisor, co-workers, other City employees and the general public
Ability to learn Microsoft Office Suites
Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing, and to request clarification when needed
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:
Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis, routine keyboard operation
The job risks exposure to no significant environmental hazards
The job requires normal visual acuity, and field of vision, hearing and speaking
All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.
THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
There are no benefits available for full-time or part-time temporary employees.
01
Are you a current undergraduate student studying environmental science policy and sustainability at an accredited college or university?
Yes
No
02
Are you submitting a recent copy of your unofficial college transcripts with this application? Note: Not submitting your transcripts with your application will result in your application being denied.
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
City of Lakeland, Civil Service
Address
500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801
Phone
(863)834-8790
Website
http://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices