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College Intern - Environmental Science Policy, Sustainability

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College Intern - Environmental Science Policy, Sustainability

Salary

$15.00 - $16.00 Hourly

Location

Lakeland, FL

Job Type

Part Time Temporary

Job Number

500120-24-06

Department

Lakeland Electric

Division

GM-Legislative & Regulatory 2091200000

Opening Date

10/03/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NA

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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: Resum & 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

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Agency

City of Lakeland, Civil Service

Address

500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801

Phone

(863)834-8790

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