Job Description

Grow your future. Get your hands dirty. Make a real impact.

Looking for more than just a summer job? Join Opterra Solutions for an 11-week, paid Summer Internship designed to give you real-world experience in the fast-growing Vegetation Management Services industry.

This is hands-on learning, leadership exposure, and field experience that sets you apart.

💰 Compensation & Schedule

• $15 per hour
• Monday–Friday schedule (35-50 hours per week)
• $40 per day per diem when overnight travel is required
• Lodging provided for company-required travel

🎓 What You’ll Learn

🌎 Industry Exposure

The Vegetation Management industry partners with commercial and governmental entities through a variety of specialized services. You’ll gain a clear understanding of our core services and how they operate within large-scale business-to-business environments.

📈 Business Development

• Identifying and securing customers
• Promoting services and building relationships
• Understanding pricing strategies
• Managing and maintaining customer databases

📊 Operational & Project Management

• How contracts are sold, staffed, scheduled, and managed
• Front-end job cost analysis
• Back-end profit & loss evaluation
• Budget management and revenue stream analysis
• Time spent both in the office and the field to see the full operational lifecycle

🌿 Field Experience (Hands-On Training)

Work directly in our core service areas using our proven processes, equipment, and methodology.

Core Services Include:

• Industrial Weed Control
• Turfgrass Maintenance
• Roadside Vegetation Management
• Small-Routable Vegetation Management
• Stormwater Maintenance & Repair
• ECO Services

Processes & Methodology Include:

• Herbicide mixing and application
• Equipment and hand-tool utilization
• Safety protocols and industry competencies

🌟 Who Should Apply?

We’re looking for motivated current or rising college students pursuing degrees in:

• Business or Management
• Agriculture / Agribusiness
• Environmental Studies or related fields

You must:

• Be 18+ years old
• Be available full-time for 11 weeks
• Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Be comfortable working outdoors in various conditions
• Have basic computer skills (Email, Word, Excel)

🌿 Why Choose Opterra?

At Opterra, you won’t just observe — you’ll contribute. You’ll leave with practical skills, industry knowledge, and leadership insight that prepares you for a meaningful career. If you’re ready to work hard, learn fast, and grow your future, apply today and spend your summer building something that matters.