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Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller · 1 day ago

Urban Forestry Intern

positionFlorida, United States
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller is seeking a motivated Urban Forestry Intern to support tree planting and urban canopy assessment programs. The intern will assist with planting events, manage social media content, and perform GIS-supported data collection and analysis.

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Responsibilities

Assist with planning and executing tree planting events and community tree giveaway programs (site preparation, logistics, volunteer coordination, event setup/breakdown)
Develop and coordinate scheduling of social media content (posts, reels, stories) highlighting tree planting, education, and operational activities
Draft website content (program pages, event listings, educational resources), ensuring accessibility and brand compliance
Collect field data on trees and planting sites using mobile apps/GPS-enabled devices (ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123)
Produce maps and data visualizations to support planning, reporting, and public communication
Performs other related job duties as assigned

Qualification

GIS softwareArcGIS ProField data collectionUrban forestry practicesSocial media content creationMicrosoft 365Event operationsCommunication skills

Required

Currently completing or have recently completed a four-year degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Geography/Geospatial Science, Urban Planning, Marketing, or a closely related field; OR an early-career professional seeking practical, hands-on experience
Foundational experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) for data analysis and map-making
Ability to conduct fieldwork (outdoor tasks, walking on uneven terrain, lift up to ~30 lbs for event materials)
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to engage with the public and diverse stakeholders
Proficiency with productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft 365); basic graphic/layout skills, and CANVA experience are a plus
Valid driver's license

Preferred

Experience with ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, GPS-enabled field data collection, and simple dashboard/report creation
Knowledge of urban forestry practices (species selection, planting techniques, maintenance fundamentals)
Experience creating content for social media (Meta platforms, X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) and basic web content management systems
Familiarity with Florida native species, urban tree health, and urban planting considerations
Experience working with volunteers, community groups, or public-facing events
Basic understanding of photography/video for content creation and accessibility best practices for web/social content

Company

Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller

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The Clerk of the Circuit Court is one of seven Pinellas County Constitutional Officers directly elected by county citizens and responsible for safeguarding all public records and public funds.
location
Clearwater, Florida, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://www.mypinellasclerk.gov/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

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