Colorado State University · 1 day ago
CSFS Communications and Communities Intern
Fort Collins, CO
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$18/hr - $18/hrColorado State University is a leading institution dedicated to transforming lives through education and service. They are seeking a CSFS Communications and Communities Intern to focus on education and outreach efforts, support urban and community forestry projects, and assist with communications initiatives.
Education
Responsibilities
Education and Outreach: host outreach booths at events and festivals aligned with CSFS mission; lead forest education activities with support from Project Learning Tree materials and Smokey Bear (e.g., second Saturdays with CSU Spur in Denver); deliver public educational resources to promote wildfire readiness and defensible space (e.g., Live Wildfire Ready materials); Promote youth natural resource career exploration with activities from Project Learning Tree; Mentor high school students interested in environmental education and natural resources; Support Project Learning Tree professional development events- material distribution, logistic coordination, event marketing, data tabulation, content development and delivery
Urban and Community Forestry: City tree Inventories; Community forestry projects with our UCF Hub at CSU Spur (e.g., planting, pruning, etc.)
Communications: social media projects; communications content creation
Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, Project Learning Tree trainings, conferences and trainings offered through the Colorado Science Educator's Network, conferences and trainings offered through the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education, and more
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, natural resource, or environmental education 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
Skill in engaging diverse audiences and effectively conveying information
Experience planning, setting up, and managing outreach booths or similar public engagement at events, festivals, or community gatherings
Experience delivering education programs to varied age groups
Basic understanding of trees and forests in western U.S
Experience and/or coursework in tree identification
Demonstrated ability to use email and other digital communication methods effectively
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 (https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates) for Colorado).
Company
Colorado State University
At Colorado State, there’s this energy we all share—this undeniable excitement for what’s next. And it’s a feeling you can only find here.
Founded in 1870
5001-10000 employees
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