San Francisco Public Utilities Commission · 22 hours ago
Paid Student Intern
Millbrae, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$36.65/hr - $41.24/hr
Start in 2026 SpringThe San Francisco Public Utilities Commission is seeking a motivated intern to work with the Biological Resources Group to help protect and restore the natural resources of the San Francisco Peninsula. The intern will gain experience in surveying rare species, managing invasive plants, and supporting various ecological restoration projects.
AssociationEnergyEnergy EfficiencyRenewable EnergyWater
Hiring Manager
Richard Johnson
Responsibilities
Survey for rare and listed plants and animals and monitor projects to ensure their protection
Monitor vegetation communities and planting survivorship
Monitor threatened and endangered wildlife such as California red-legged frogs, Mission blue and San Bruno elfin butterflies
Remove invasive species using hand tools, power tools, herbicide, and other methods
Revegetate disturbed landscapes with native plants
Map key habitat features using ArcGIS, ESRI Field Maps, Arc GIS Online; analyze and display mapped features using GIS technology
Evaluate progress toward mitigation goals; collect, enter, and manage ecological data
Prepare reports and correspondence relating to conservation projects
Maintain tools and equipment and other miscellaneous duties
Qualification
Required
Current or recent enrollment (within 6 months) in an accredited University or community college
A passion for physical work in hard field conditions
A strong sense of pride and accomplishment in seeing a job well-done
A familiarity with or desire to learn about biological and ecological concepts
A love of nature, ecology, plants, and animals
Interest in ecological restoration and endangered species management
Self-motivation, sense of humor, flexibility, and collaboration is a must!
Ability to work independently and assume a leadership role as needed
Great communication skills; treats others with respect; speaks and writes clearly and effectively
Detail-oriented and organized
Basic computer literacy, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and willingness to learn new technology
Ability to lift, carry and position objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Benefits
Gain real-world work experience in natural resources management and threatened and endangered species protection.
Opportunity to explore the SFPUC Peninsula watershed lands that the public does not get to visit.
Network with experienced staff and environmental consultants.
Company
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission
It is a department of the City and County of San Francisco that provides retail drinking water and wastewater services.
Founded in 1930
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Julie Ortiz
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