Public Utilities - Water Meter Data Analyst - On-Site Summer 2026 Internship

Intern Sarasota County is proud to be #VaultRanked as one of the Top 150 Internships for 2026! The Public Utilities - Water Meter Data Analyst - On-Site Summer 2026 Internship offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in municipal utility operations, data analysis and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Assist in developing communication and outreach materials explaining the technology behind newly installed meters.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data for the meter replacement program.
• Identify meters impacted by root intrusion and document findings.
• Help develop a plan for prioritizing follow-ups, propose solutions, and develop a recommendation report.
• Track, organize, and analyze quality control data.
• Accompany the meter Project Manager in the field to observe water meter changeouts performed by the county vendor.
• Build foundational knowledge that will support the ability to analyze field data, contribute to reporting efforts, and evaluate installation quality.
• Foster critical thinking around the relationship between field execution, reporting, and overall program performance.
• Assist in developing visual dashboards and summary reports to supervisors and project stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive wage
• Hands-on work experience
• Professional headshot
• 1-1 mentoring with county staff
• Professional Development Events
• Opportunity to job shadow in other departments