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Launch Your Career with a Purpose
Are you ready to learn from experienced professionals and build a strong foundation for your future? The Southwest Florida Water Management District, a leader in protecting Florida’s water resources, invites you to apply for a unique internship opportunity.
This is your chance to gain real-world experience while making a difference. As an intern, you’ll:
- Work alongside passionate experts
- Learn, grow and expand your professional potential
- Contribute to projects that impact the environment and nearly six million residents
You’ll help protect and preserve water resources, manage supply, safeguard water quality and support the needs of current and future water users. Your work matters — and so does your future.
My co-workers go out of their way to guide me in the right direction to achieve my goals. And, after learning more about the work of geologists, I decided to go back to school after I graduate to get my master's degree in geology!
– Josiah Sananda
Discover the amazing benefits waiting for you — explore how we support your growth, well-being and future success!
Training and Development
Grow your skills beyond the technical. We offer on-site training in emotional intelligence, time management, customer service, conflict resolution and communication.
The District affords me many training opportunities that I do not believe other organizations would, and it makes me feel as though I am permanent staff.
– Mathew Burgos
Employee Assistance Program
Get confidential support when you need it. We help with work-life balance, stress, family issues, financial and legal advice, workplace challenges, addictions and student loan assistance. If something affects your quality of life, we’re here for you.
Wellness Program
Take steps toward a healthier lifestyle. Join fitness classes, explore campus walking routes and participate in fitness challenges. Access tobacco-cessation resources, ergonomics tips, discounts and incentives.
Participation is voluntary, but your health matters.
The District’s internship program offers paid and unpaid opportunities for a range of students including high school, vocational or technical school, community or state college and university through to doctorate programs. Work schedules are very flexible to accommodate your school schedule.
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