Colorado Springs Utilities’ Watershed Planning group works to manage landscapes with various partners to restore and enhance ecosystems for the protection of Utilities’ water supply and system infrastructure. The Watershed Planning group is offering a unique opportunity for college students to learn forest management, watershed sciences, and source water protection at a landscape level. This work will have unique opportunities of working in the field supporting vegetation management projects, source water monitoring and protection projects, and supporting overall operations as it relates to watershed management in the summer months.
*This is a summer only internship from May 26th through August 8th/14th depending on school schedule
Specific details and opportunities Watershed Planning internship offers:
In this internship, the Watershed Planning Intern will have direct involvement and assist in ongoing projects while helping develop new projects for future work as it relates to watershed health and the protection of resources within a watershed landscape. The intern will have the opportunity to work closely to understand where our water comes from, the value of water, and the impacts associated to forest fire, recreation uses, and water quality. The Watershed Planning group will share the best practices of each unique program and the science related to the specific projects and how they connect to protect critical watershed systems.
Key Focus Areas:
Who You Are..highly qualified students will be working towards a degree with a focus in Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Wildland Fire Science, Hydrology, Environmental Science or Watershed Management.
*This is an on-site, non-remote/non-telecommuting position
*Hourly rate is dependent on year completed of academic degree, e.g., second year complete, third year complete, etc.
*Candidates MUST be enrolled in a degree seeking program (Associates/Bachelors/Masters) with a 2.5 GPA and be able to provide documentation if requested. Enrollment in a certification program does not qualify.
*As this position is field focused, the selected candidate will spend time out of doors, hiking/climbing/walking to remote locations and be impacted by various weather conditions
*A valid, unrestricted driver's license is required for this role
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Exerts 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
- Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions and intense noises.
Who We Are:
Colorado Springs Utilities is the largest community owned, not-for-profit, four-service utility in the nation. For 100 years, we have provided Colorado Springs with safe, reliable and competitively-priced electric, natural gas, water and wastewater services. We care about our community's well-being, support local business and have an interest in all things that help make Colorado Springs a great place to live, work and play
Be a part of a unique, customer-owned and operated four-service utility. With our rare distinction of providing four utility services – natural gas, electricity, water, and wastewater treatment – we offer a varied, fast-paced work culture teeming with potential.
Colorado Springs Utilities infuses corporate responsibility and safety into daily business operations with the foundation of decision-making focused on our community owners, employees, and environment. As an employee, you will have an opportunity to contribute ideas and solutions in an engaging, dynamic team environment.
Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off to Recharge
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
Financial & Retirement Security
Colorado Springs Utilities is the largest community-owned, not-for-profit, four-service utility in the nation. For 100 years, we have provided safe, reliable and competitively priced electric, natural gas, water and wastewater services. We care about our community's well-being, support local business and have an interest in all things that help make Colorado Springs a great place to live, work and play.
