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Department:

General Services

About Our Job

This internship offers the opportunity to gain experience in web development and SharePoint design while supporting how internal departments access and use operational information. The intern may also gain exposure to related business systems and tools, such as analytics dashboards, GIS (Geographic Information Systems) mapping applications, and CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) platforms, which are often integrated with or supported through SharePoint and other internal web-based environments. Additional learning opportunities may be developed based on the intern’s interests and area of study.

Job Description:

Are you interested in getting hands-on experience in your chosen field? Do you want to make a difference in your community?

Intern Sarasota County dedicated to providing students with an unsurpassed learning experience and insight into the dynamic world of public sector employment.

Develop new skills you can apply in the workplace. Gain skills that will enhance your resume and increase your career options while exploring public service! Observe and participate in tasks and responsibilities preformed daily by skilled professionals. Experience workplace culture, office dynamics, and business etiquette.

Your internship will include impactful hands-on work within a department, networking, professional development, and building long lasting connections with other interns, mentors and Sarasota County team members.

Department Responsibilities:

• SharePoint & Content Management – Maintain and update SharePoint pages, lists, libraries, and site content to ensure information is accurate, current, and accessible. Assist with content migration from legacy systems or shared drives and organize digital assets (documents, images, files) in a structured, user-friendly manner.
• Web & Page Support – Perform basic web page updates using HTML, CSS, and limited JavaScript to improve content presentation, usability, and overall user experience, including layout, navigation, and readability enhancements.
• Quality Assurance & Testing – Review and test site content across browsers and devices to identify and resolve broken links, formatting issues, outdated content, and functionality concerns.
• SharePoint Administration & Automation Support – Assist with managing permissions, site structure, lists, libraries, workflows, forms, and basic Microsoft 365 automations.
• Content Optimization & Standards – Apply formatting, accessibility, and content best practices while optimizing images and digital assets for performance and page load efficiency.
• Collaboration & Support – Work with General Services team members to identify content and site update needs, support implementation, and assist with general web, SharePoint, and administrative tasks as assigned.
• Monitoring & Documentation – Monitor site performance, escalate technical issues as needed, and develop simple process documentation and reference materials for routine tasks.

Operational Support / General Duties:

• Assist in preparing updates, summaries, and status reports related to web and SharePoint tasks.
• Provide general administrative support related to digital content management, file organization, and process documentation.
• Participate in meetings, planning discussions, and project coordination efforts as needed.

Internship Program Responsibilities:

• A presentation to the County Administrator and other County Leadership staff is required at the close of the internship program on Friday, August 7, 2026.
• Participate in all organized intern events and trainings.

Your Internship Includes: 

• Competitive wage 
• Hands-on work experience
• Professional headshot
• 1-1 mentoring with county staff
• Professional Development Events:
  • Civics 101 & Facility Tour
  • Own Your Career
  • Business Etiquette & Professional Networking
  • Philanthropy & Your Career
  • Board of County Commission Public Hearing Session
  • Speaking for Success

• Opportunity to job shadow in other departments

Location: Cattlemen