Intern- Vegetation Management

How You Will Make An Impact: We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Vegetation Management Intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in supporting field and analytical activities that help ensure vegetation near VELCO’s transmission lines are identified, managed, and maintained in accordance with established standards and cycles. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience with field work, environmental awareness, GIS technology, data analysis and relationship building while contributing directly to the reliability of Vermont’s electric grid. Examples Include Vegetation inventory and field assessment. Treatment polygon and landowner data management. CCAA plot activities. Signoff and foot patrol. Data analysis and reporting.

Who You Are: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, arboriculture, GIS, or a related field Basic understanding of vegetation management, forestry, arboriculture, or natural resource practices. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Eagerness to learn and contribute to a collaborative environment. Physical & Mental Demands This position requires significant field work and the ability to safely navigate transmission rights-of-way, wooded areas, uneven terrain, steep slopes, and other outdoor environments. The position may require: Walking extended distances through wooded and uneven terrain. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing over natural obstacles. Working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Carrying field equipment and technology. Work Environment Collaborative, cross-functional team environment Open office setting and dog friendly Opportunity to work closely with engineering, finance, and operations Mission-driven organization supporting critical energy infrastructure The selected candidate will need to live in close proximity to Rutland, Vermont during the 10 week summer internship program. VELCO does not provide housing or financial housing assistance. Reliable transportation required. Compensation Range $15.00 - $18.50 - $22.00/hour. This compensation range represents the minimum, midpoint and maximum pay for this position. Individual offers will be based on various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, education, skills, competencies, and experience. Please note that most offers for new employees fall under the midpoint of the range, allowing room for continued salary growth. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package, which may also include comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off and incentive compensation (bonus) potential. Important Considerations Visit Velco.com for additional information on VELCO culture, benefits, and the recruiting process. We are an equal opportunity employer, and ALL qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. VELCO is handling all aspects of talent acquisition internally and will not engage the services of third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters. We kindly request that these entities refrain from contacting us. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful reference check, background check (including social media check), physical examination, drug screening. If you need an accommodation as part of the application or interview process, please send a request to careers@velco.com