Colorado State University · 12 hours ago
CSFS Durango Field Office Intern
Fort Collins, CO
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$18/hr - $18/hr
Start in 2026 SpringColorado State University is a thriving community focused on transforming lives through education and service. They are seeking a CSFS Durango Field Office Intern to assist with forestry projects, inventory management, and community outreach while gaining hands-on experience in natural resource management.
Education
Responsibilities
Assisting with and aiding in the expansion and productivity of:
Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) forestry projects with the U.S. Forest Service and National Forest Foundation to treat insect and disease infected trees, reduce hazardous fuels, and other activities to improve and restore forest and watershed health, including wildlife habitat
Inventory, boundary layout, and mapping for project implementation and forest management plans
Other duties, including sick tree calls, wildfire mitigation, and urban and community forestry
Virtual and in-person meetings with local and federal partners, collaboratives, and private landowners
Learn about ponderosa pine, pinon-juniper, and mixed-conifer forest management techniques through exposure in the field, as well as reviewing and participating in written forest management plans (FMPs)
Learn through FMPs about wildlife habitat improvement, endangered species identification, wetland delineation and hydrology, soil types, and Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Set up forest inventories using ArcGIS, Avenza, and Excel
Conduct forest inventories using laser range finders, tablets, D-tape, clinometer, GPS, increment borer, and other assessment tools and techniques
Data analysis using Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS)
Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, basic wildland fire fighting training, forestry insect and disease identification training, and other natural resource management networking opportunities
Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress
Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institution of higher education. Students can be any year or major
Students graduating in the spring of 2026 or later are eligible for an internship in the summer of 2026
Good academic standing with undergraduate institution (GPA > 2.0)
Demonstrated career interest in forestry or natural resource fields
Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to obtain a driver's license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date
Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator
Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Preferred
Preference is given to students in a forestry or natural resource-related major
Good written and oral communications
Field experience and/or exposure to forestry and natural resources management
Ability to (or willingness to learn how to) operate 4-wheel drive vehicles, manual transmission vehicles, and UTVs/ATVs in variable weather and road conditions
Experience using forestry equipment (diameter tape, loggers tape, GPS, increment borer, etc.)
Experience identifying trees, grasses, forbs, and shrubs in the western U.S
Experience navigating with maps, compass, and GPS units
Benefits
Housing stipends up to $1,500 are available for each student to support costs associated with rent and utilities for the duration of the internship.
Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.
Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see GSA CONUS rates for Colorado).
Company
Colorado State University
Colorado State University, home of the Rams, where green & gold pride runs deep.
Founded in 1870
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$11.66MKey Investors
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