Human Resources Intern

Are you a college student interested in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Organizational Leadership and eager to gain hands-on experience? Join our Human Resources team and learn how HR supports employees and the organization as a whole.

This internship is designed for a motivated student who wants to learn, ask questions, and gain practical skills in a professional public-sector environment.

The Collier Mosquito Control District is seeking a motivated Human Resources Intern to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a college student interested in Human Resources, Public Administration, or Public Health to gain hands-on experience in a real-world, office-based setting within a local government special district.

The District

Collier Mosquito Control District covers 730 square miles in Southwest Florida, between the Gulf of America and the Everglades. We are a team of dedicated professionals working to protect public health through innovative and science-driven mosquito control strategies. As an HR Intern, you will collaborate with experts in Operations and Research, gaining exposure to a variety of projects.

As an HR Intern, you’ll learn how Human Resources supports a public agency dedicated to protecting community health through mosquito control and prevention. You’ll gain exposure to public-sector HR operations, policies, and compliance while working alongside a collaborative and supportive team. If you’re eager to apply your academic knowledge, learn how a special district operates, and contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on public health and service, this role is for you!

What You’ll Learn

• Day-to-day HR operations and best practices
• Recruitment and onboarding processes
• Employee records management and HR compliance

Benefits administration and employee support programs

Professional communication and customer service skills

Exposure to public-sector HR policies and procedures

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university
• (Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Health, or related major preferred)
• Interest in Human Resources and public-sector administration
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office or Google Workspace)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Professional communication skills (written and verbal)

Position Details

Hours & Schedule

Work 20-40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, holidays and weekends as needed

Internship Duration

• The internship begins January 11th, 2027, and continues through May 4th, 2027 (negotiable depending on student’s schedule), offering participants a comprehensive and hands-on experience designed to build skills, knowledge, and professional growth.
• This is an in-person position.
• Housing stipend available upon demonstrated need and availability.
• This position requires frequent handling of pesticides and fieldwork in remote areas in the hot and humid environment of
• Southwest Florida with exposure to biting insects and hazardous wildlife as part of a team.
• Collier Mosquito Control District is a Drug-Free and Equal Opportunity Employer.
• This organization participates in E-Verify.
• If you are interested in this position please apply at:
• CMCD.ORG/CAREEROPPORTUNITIES