natural resources intern

Colorado State University

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Classification Title</b></div> <div>Temporary Hourly</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employment Category</b></div> <div>Temporary</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Is this an Hourly position?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Hours/Week</b></div> <div>0-40</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Overtime Eligible?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>Fort Collins, CO</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?</b></div> <div>No</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Description of Work Unit</b></div>
<div><div>The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) is a service and outreach agency of the Warner College of Natural Resources (WCNR). The CSFS provides technical forestry assistance, wildfire mitigation expertise, and outreach and education to help landowners and communities achieve their forest management goals. Our mission is to achieve stewardship of Colorado&rsquo;s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations.</div><div>
<br>
The Colorado State Forest Service partnered with the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU) in 2018 to develop the CSFS Internship Program that offers paid summer internships to undergraduate students. Intern positions provide students with in-depth learning and work experiences in natural resources. Internships include a 15-85% split between training for the student and hourly work for the CSFS, as defined below under &ldquo;Duties and Responsibilities&rdquo;. Student interns prepare 2 written documents throughout their internship period to advance professional writing skills and encourage self-reflection. They also receive one-on-one mentoring and evaluations from their CSFS supervisor(s). A small professional development stipend will be made available to support costs/fees associated with trainings, workshops, conferences, and other applicable opportunities during the internship period. A housing stipend will be offered to interns to mitigate the cost of living in Colorado.</div><div>
<br>
The position title of this internship is <b>CSFS</b><b> Communications and Communities Intern</b>. This intern will be based out of the Communications and Communities Division at the CSFS State Office in Fort Collins, CO and is directly supervised by Danielle Ardrey (Conservation and Youth Education Specialist). This intern will also work occasionally out of the CSFS Urban and Community Forestry Hub at the CSU Spur campus in Denver. The Communications and Communities Division is staffed by 10+ employees working communications, statewide outreach efforts, conservation education, youth education and career exploration, and urban and community forestry. The main focus of this internship will be education and outreach, with opportunities to learn from and support other programs within the division, such as Urban and Community Forestry and Communications.</div><div>
<br>
We are seeking student interns who are professional, self-directed, innovative, and energetic. Of special interest are applicants that demonstrate a capacity to learn new skills, think critically, and serve as effective team members.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Search Contact Email</b></div> <div>Kristen Switzer, Kristen.Switzer@colostate.edu</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Education and Outreach</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Host outreach booths at events and festivals aligned with CSFS mission</div><div>
<br>
o Lead forest education activities with support from Project Learning Tree materials and Smokey Bear (e.g.- second Saturdays with CSU Spur in Denver)</div><div>
<br>
o Deliver public educational resources to promote wildfire readiness and defensible space (e.g. &ndash; Live Wildfire Ready materials)</div><div>
<br>
o Promote youth natural resource career exploration with activities from Project Learning Tree</div><div>
<br>
o Mentor high school students interested in environmental education and natural resources</div><div>
<br>
o Support Project Learning Tree professional development events- material distribution, logistic coordination, event marketing, data tabulation, content development and delivery</div><div>
<br>
o Review and develop education and outreach materials and kits</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Urban and Community Forestry</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o City tree Inventories</div><div>
<br>
o Community forestry projects with our UCF Hub at CSU Spur (e.g., planting, pruning, etc.)</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Communications</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Social Media projects</div><div>
<br>
o Communications content creation</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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&rsquo;s Network, conferences and trainings offered through the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Attend a mandatory 1.5-day orientation session on <b>Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, 2026</b> either in person at the CSFS State Office on the Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, CO or virtually. There may also be optional First Aid/CPR courses offered that week regionally.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Hourly internship duties will occur from May 26, 2026 through August 14, 2026.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Conditions of Employment:</b>
</div><ul><li>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.</li>
<li>Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.</li>
<li>Student might be exposed to poisonous plants, biting stinging insects, and wildlife during field work.</li>
<li>Ability to provide suitable work gear, including sturdy hiking boots, rain gear, sleeping bag, and other personal items related to camping and hiking.</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to travel throughout Colorado for 1-3 day-long trips to CSFS field offices, potentially requiring stays in hotels. Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see <b>GSA</b><b> </b><b>CONUS</b><b> rates</b> for Colorado).</li>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institute of higher education. Students can be any year or major.</li></ul><ul><li>Students graduating in the spring of 2026 or later are eligible for an internship in the summer of 2026.</li></ul><ul><li>Good academic standing with undergraduate institution (GPA &gt; 2.0).</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated career interest in forestry, natural resource, or environmental education fields.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license, the ability to obtain a driver&rsquo;s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Skill in engaging audiences and effectively conveying information</li></ul><ul><li>Experience planning, setting up, and managing outreach booths or similar public engagement at events, festivals, or community gatherings</li></ul><ul><li>Experience delivering education programs to varied age groups</li></ul><ul><li>Basic understanding of trees and forests in western U.S.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience and/or coursework in tree identification</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to use email and other digital communication methods effectively</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>CSFS Communications and Communities Intern</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>202500709T</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Colorado State Forest Service</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$18.00 per hour</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employee Benefits</b></div>
<div><div>Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it&rsquo;s a thriving community that&rsquo;s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.<br>
</div><ul><li><b>Review our detailed benefits information here.</b></li>
<li><b>Explore the additional perks of working at </b><b>CSU</b><b> here</b>.</li>
<li><b>For the total value of </b><b>CSU</b><b> benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator</b>.</li><br>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>12/31/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><div>Please submit applications by <b>11:59 pm </b><b>MST</b><b> on Friday, February 6, 2026.</b> You must submit a separate application for each position you are interested in being considered for, but can use the same cover letter for all applications (see specific information required in the cover letter below). Include the following information in your application packet:</div><div>
1. <b>Cover letter</b>
</div><div>The cover letter must include the following information:</div><div>
a. The CSFS internship position(s) you are applying for (indicate each specific position title listed in the overview). The above position description is for CSFS Communications and Communities Intern.</div><div>
b. Your interest in and qualifications for each of the positions for which you are applying. Please provide at least 2-3 sentences for each position explaining why you are applying for that position.</div><div>
2. <b>Resume</b>
</div><div>3. <b>Unofficial undergraduate transcripts</b>
</div><div>4. <b>Names and contact information for 3 professional references.</b>
</div><div><b>Applications missing any of the above information or submitted after the deadline will not receive full consideration.</b></div><div><br>
<br>
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.<br>
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Background Check Policy Statement</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>EEO</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Essential Job Duties
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Education and Outreach</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Education and Outreach</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Host outreach booths at events and festivals aligned with CSFS mission</div><div>
<br>
o Lead forest education activities with support from Project Learning Tree materials and Smokey Bear (e.g.- second Saturdays with CSU Spur in Denver)</div><div>
<br>
o Deliver public educational resources to promote wildfire readiness and defensible space (e.g. &ndash; Live Wildfire Ready materials)</div><div>
<br>
o Promote youth natural resource career exploration with activities from Project Learning Tree</div><div>
<br>
o Mentor high school students interested in environmental education and natural resources</div><div>
<br>
o Support Project Learning Tree professional development events- material distribution, logistic coordination, event marketing, data tabulation, content development and delivery</div><div>
<br>
o Review and develop education and outreach materials and kits</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>60%</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Urban and Community Forestry</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><br>
o City tree Inventories</div><div>
<br>
o Community forestry projects with our UCF Hub at CSU Spur (e.g., planting, pruning, etc.)</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>20%</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Communications</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><br>
o Social Media projects</div><div>
<br>
o Communications content creation</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>20%</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>References
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Minimum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Maximum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

CSFS Communications and Communities Intern

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Classification Title</b></div> <div>Temporary Hourly</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employment Category</b></div> <div>Temporary</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Is this an Hourly position?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Hours/Week</b></div> <div>0-40</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Overtime Eligible?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>Denver, CO</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?</b></div> <div>No</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Description of Work Unit</b></div>
<div><div>The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) is a service and outreach agency of the Warner College of Natural Resources (WCNR). The CSFS provides technical forestry assistance, wildfire mitigation expertise, and outreach and education to help landowners and communities achieve their forest management goals. Our mission is to achieve stewardship of Colorado&rsquo;s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations.</div><div>
The Colorado State Forest Service partnered with the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU) in 2018 to develop the CSFS Internship Program that offers paid summer internships to undergraduate students. Intern positions provide students with in-depth learning and work experiences in natural resources. Internships include a 15-85% split between training for the student and hourly work for the CSFS, as defined below under &ldquo;Duties and Responsibilities&rdquo;. Student interns prepare 2 written documents throughout their internship period to advance professional writing skills and encourage self-reflection. They also receive one-on-one mentoring and evaluations from their CSFS supervisor(s). A small professional development stipend will be made available to support costs/fees associated with trainings, workshops, conferences, and other applicable opportunities during the internship period. A housing stipend will be offered to interns to mitigate the cost of living in Colorado.</div><div>
The position title of this internship is <b>CSFS</b><b> Forest Legacy Program Internship</b>. This intern will be based out of the CSU SPUR Campus (Denver, CO) in the CSFS Northeast Area and is directly supervised by Katie Rose Levin (Forest Legacy Program Specialist). The Forest Legacy Program (FLP) conserves environmentally, economically and socially important forests through land acquisition or the establishment of conservation easements. FLP also maintains GIS databases of participating properties, and performs annual inspections to ensure successful forest management. The intern will be involved in a range of tasks and projects associated with the summer monitoring season, including working in ArcGIS Pro to digitize management areas and infrastructure, perform on the ground verification of maps, visit sites to inspect forest management, and other tasks as assigned.</div><div>
We are seeking student interns who are professional, self-directed, innovative, and energetic. Of special interest are applicants that demonstrate a capacity to learn new skills, think critically, and serve as effective team members.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Search Contact Email</b></div> <div>Kristen Switzer, Kristen.Switzer@colostate.edu</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Data digitization and management:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Intern will work collaboratively with supervisor using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS online to translate paper maps, deeds and aerial photographs into digital layers. Intern will then help field verify the digital layers on various FLP properties across the state</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Intern will analyze maps and layers to ensure compliance with FLP documents</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>FLP compliance and management</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Intern will travel to sites to ensure compliance with annual forest management plans and conservation easements</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Intern will help promote FLP projects and work with various groups on translating materials to new and important audiences</li></ul></div><ul><li>Interaction with landowners and other CSFS employees</li></ul><ul><li>Intern will travel all over the state and may be required to meet with various group collaboratives, private landowners and other CSFS employees to guide them through the monitoring process. In addition to their supervisor, interns may be asked to engage with others as part of monitoring and verification while in the field, and may need to contact landowners to gain access to certain properties.</li></ul><ul><li>Travel</li></ul><ul><li>This position will require extended travel, usually 6 weeks of the internship. Hotel rooms, campsites and meals will be paid for during travel. Interns will return to CSU SPUR by the end of each week</li></ul><ul><li>Further we may switch to car camping for certain projects, especially if there are no reasonably-priced hotels close to our work sites. This will be dependent on projects selected for monitoring, but camping is something that we may do occasionally throughout the summer. There may be one trip which requires backpacking into a site.</li></ul><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Attend a mandatory 1.5-day orientation session on <b>Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, 2026</b> either in person at the CSFS State Office on the Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, CO or virtually. There may also be optional First Aid/CPR courses offered that week regionally.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Hourly internship duties will occur from May 26, 2026 through August 14, 2026.
</li></ul><br>
<b>Conditions of Employment:</b>
</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Student might be exposed to poisonous plants, biting stinging insects, and wildlife during field work.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Ability to provide suitable work gear, including sturdy hiking boots, rain gear, sleeping bag, and other personal items related to camping and hiking.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Ability to walk long distances (over 6 miles a day) over rough terrain at high elevation carrying packs and equipment</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Ability and willingness to travel throughout Colorado for 1-4 day-long trips, potentially requiring stays in hotels. Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see <b>GSA</b><b> </b><b>CONUS</b><b> rates</b> for Colorado).</li></ul></div><div><br>
</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institution of higher education. Students can be any year or major.</li></ul><ul><li>Students graduating in the spring of 2026 or later are eligible for an internship in the summer of 2026.</li></ul><ul><li>Good academic standing with undergraduate institution (GPA &gt; 2.0).</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated career interest in GIS, forestry or natural resource fields.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license, the ability to obtain a driver&rsquo;s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Pursuing a forestry or natural resource-related major, preferably with a GIS component</li></ul><ul><li>Good written and oral communications.</li></ul><ul><li>Field experience and/or exposure to forestry and natural resources management.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience using forestry equipment (diameter tape, loggers tape, GPS, increment borer, etc.).</li></ul><ul><li>Experience identifying trees, grasses, forbs, and shrubs in the western U.S.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience navigating with maps, compass, and GPS units.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>CSFS Forest Legacy Program Intern</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>202500711T</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Colorado State Forest Service</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$18.00 per hour</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employee Benefits</b></div>
<div><div>Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it&rsquo;s a thriving community that&rsquo;s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.<br>
</div><ul><li><b>Review our detailed benefits information here.</b></li>
<li><b>Explore the additional perks of working at </b><b>CSU</b><b> here</b>.</li>
<li><b>For the total value of </b><b>CSU</b><b> benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator</b>.</li><br>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>12/31/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><div><b>Please submit applications </b>by<b>11:59 pm </b><b>MST</b><b> on Friday, February 6, 2026.</b> You must submit a separate application for each position you are interested in being considered for, but can use the same cover letter for all applications (see specific information required in the cover letter below). Include the following information in your application packet:</div><div>
1. <b>Cover letter</b>
</div><div>The cover letter must include the following information:</div><div>
a. The CSFS internship position(s) you are applying for (indicate each specific position title listed in the overview). The above position description is for CSFS Forest Legacy Program Intern.</div><div>
b. Your interest in and qualifications for each of the positions for which you are applying. Please provide at least 2-3 sentences for each position explaining why you are applying for that position.</div><div>
2. <b>Resume</b>
</div><div>3. <b>Unofficial undergraduate transcripts</b>
</div><div>4. <b>Names and contact information for 3 professional references.</b></div><div><br>
</div><div><b>
Applications missing any of the above information or submitted after the deadline will not receive full consideration.</b></div><div><br>
<br>
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.<br>
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Background Check Policy Statement</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>EEO</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Essential Job Duties
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Forest Legacy Program Management</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Data digitization and management:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Intern will work collaboratively with supervisor using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS online to translate paper maps, deeds and aerial photographs into digital layers. Intern will then help field verify the digital layers on various FLP properties across the state</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Intern will analyze maps and layers to ensure compliance with FLP documents</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>FLP compliance and management</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Intern will travel to sites to ensure compliance with annual forest management plans and conservation easements</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Intern will help promote FLP projects and work with various groups on translating materials to new and important audiences</li></ul></div><ul><li>Interaction with landowners and other CSFS employees</li></ul><ul><li>Intern will travel all over the state and may be required to meet with various group collaboratives, private landowners and other CSFS employees to guide them through the monitoring process. In addition to their supervisor, interns may be asked to engage with others as part of monitoring and verification while in the field, and may need to contact landowners to gain access to certain properties.</li></ul><ul><li>Travel</li></ul><ul><li>This position will require extended travel, usually 6 weeks of the internship. Hotel rooms, campsites and meals will be paid for during travel. Interns will return to CSU SPUR by the end of each week</li></ul><ul><li>Further we may switch to car camping for certain projects, especially if there are no reasonably-priced hotels close to our work sites. This will be dependent on projects selected for monitoring, but camping is something that we may do occasionally throughout the summer. There may be one trip which requires backpacking into a site.</li></ul><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>100%</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>References
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Minimum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Maximum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

CSFS Forest Legacy Program Intern

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Classification Title</b></div> <div>Temporary Hourly</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employment Category</b></div> <div>Temporary</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Is this an Hourly position?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Hours/Week</b></div> <div>0-40</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Overtime Eligible?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>La Veta, CO</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?</b></div> <div>No</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Description of Work Unit</b></div>
<div><div>The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) is a service and outreach agency of the Warner College of Natural Resources (WCNR). The CSFS provides technical forestry assistance, wildfire mitigation expertise, and outreach and education to help landowners and communities achieve their forest management goals. Our mission is to achieve stewardship of Colorado&rsquo;s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations.</div><div>
The Colorado State Forest Service partnered with the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU) in 2018 to develop the CSFS Internship Program that offers paid summer internships to undergraduate students. Intern positions provide students with in-depth learning and work experiences in natural resources. Internships include a 15-85% split between training for the student and hourly work for the CSFS, as defined below under &ldquo;Duties and Responsibilities&rdquo;. Student interns prepare 2 written documents throughout their internship period to advance professional writing skills and encourage self-reflection. They also receive one-on-one mentoring and evaluations from their CSFS supervisor(s). A small professional development stipend will be made available to support costs/fees associated with trainings, workshops, conferences, and other applicable opportunities during the internship period. A housing stipend will be offered to interns to mitigate the cost of living in Colorado. The USFS has housing available for an affordable stipend.</div><div>
The position title of this internship is <b>CSFS</b><b> La Veta Field Office Intern</b>. This intern will be based out of the La Veta Field Office (La Veta, CO) in the CSFS Southeast Area and is directly supervised by Ashley Selee (Forester). This office serves Huerfano and Las Animas counties and is staffed by the Southeast Area Manager, Supervisory Forester, Lead Project Forester, and Forester. We are seeking student interns who are professional, self-directed, innovative, and energetic. Of special interest are applicants that demonstrate a capacity to learn new skills, think critically, and serve as effective team members.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Search Contact Email</b></div> <div>Kristen Switzer, Kristen.Switzer@colostate.edu</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Assist with wide range of programs within the CSFS agency, including private and public landowner projects, including:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Project layout assistance (timber/boundary marking)</div><div>
<br>
o Shadowing project administration</div><div>
<br>
o Timber cruising</div><div>
<br>
o Grant administration</div><div>
<br>
o Landowner property walkthroughs</div><div>
<br>
o Insect and disease assessments</div><div>
<br>
o Hands-on work with potential slash piling, chipping, and other field activities as assigned</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Office work will include:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Shadowing all levels of programmatic functions</div><div>
<br>
o Assisting in data processing and entry</div><div>
<br>
o Management recommendation development</div><div>
<br>
o Spatial data work and GeoTracks recording</div><div>
<br>
o Landowner and public outreach</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, chainsaw training, Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS) training, forest measurements, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Attend a mandatory 1.5-day orientation session on <b>Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, 2026</b> either in person at the CSFS State Office on the Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, CO or virtually. There may also be optional First Aid/CPR courses offered that week regionally.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Hourly internship duties will occur from May 26, 2026 through August 14, 2026.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Conditions of Employment:</b>
</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Student might be exposed to poisonous plants, biting stinging insects, and wildlife during field work.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Ability to provide suitable work gear, including sturdy hiking boots, rain gear, sleeping bag, and other personal items related to camping and hiking.</li></ul></div><div>
Ability and willingness to travel throughout Colorado for 1-3 day-long trips, potentially requiring stays in hotels. Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see <b>GSA</b><b> </b><b>CONUS</b><b> rates</b> for Colorado).</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institution of higher education. Students can be any year or major.</li></ul><ul><li>Students graduating in the spring of 2026 or later are eligible for an internship in the summer of 2026.</li></ul><ul><li>Good academic standing with undergraduate institution (GPA &gt; 2.0).</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated career interest in forestry or natural resource fields.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license, the ability to obtain a driver&rsquo;s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Pursuing a forestry or natural resource-related major.</li></ul><ul><li>Good written and oral communications, public speaking experience.</li></ul><ul><li>Field experience and/or exposure to forestry and natural resources management.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience operating chainsaws, including official certification in chainsaw operation such as S-212.</li></ul><ul><li>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.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience using forestry equipment (diameter tape, loggers tape, GPS, increment borer, etc.).</li></ul><ul><li>Experience identifying trees, grasses, forbs, and shrubs in the western U.S.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience navigating with maps, compass, and GPS units.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>CSFS La Veta Field Office Intern</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>202500713T</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Colorado State Forest Service</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$18.00 per hour</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employee Benefits</b></div>
<div><div>Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it&rsquo;s a thriving community that&rsquo;s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.<br>
</div><ul><li><b>Review our detailed benefits information here.</b></li>
<li><b>Explore the additional perks of working at </b><b>CSU</b><b> here</b>.</li>
<li><b>For the total value of </b><b>CSU</b><b> benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator</b>.</li><br>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>12/31/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><div><b>Please submit applications </b>by<b>11:59 pm </b><b>MST</b><b> on Friday, February 6, 2026.</b> You must submit a separate application for each position you are interested in being considered for, but can use the same cover letter for all applications (see specific information required in the cover letter below). Include the following information in your application packet:</div><div>
1. <b>Cover letter</b>
</div><div>The cover letter must include the following information:</div><div>
a. The CSFS internship position(s) you are applying for (indicate each specific position title listed in the overview). The above position description is for CSFS La Veta Field Office Intern.</div><div>
b. Your interest in and qualifications for each of the positions for which you are applying. Please provide at least 2-3 sentences for each position explaining why you are applying for that position.</div><div>
2. <b>Resume</b>
</div><div>3. <b>Unofficial undergraduate transcripts</b>
</div><div>4. <b>Names and contact information for 3 professional references.</b></div><div><br>
</div><div><b>
Applications missing any of the above information or submitted after the deadline will not receive full consideration.</b></div><div><br>
<br>
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.<br>
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Background Check Policy Statement</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>EEO</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Essential Job Duties
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Forest Health Management</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Assist with wide range of programs within the CSFS agency, including private and public landowner projects, including:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Project layout assistance (timber/boundary marking)</div><div>
<br>
o Shadowing project administration</div><div>
<br>
o Timber cruising</div><div>
<br>
o Grant administration</div><div>
<br>
o Landowner property walkthroughs</div><div>
<br>
o Insect and disease assessments</div><div>
<br>
o Hands-on work with potential slash piling, chipping, and other field activities as assigned</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Office work will include:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Shadowing all levels of programmatic functions</div><div>
<br>
o Assisting in data processing and entry</div><div>
<br>
o Management recommendation development</div><div>
<br>
o Spatial data work and GeoTracks recording</div><div>
<br>
o Landowner and public outreach</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, chainsaw training, Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS) training, forest measurements, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>100%</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>References
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Minimum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Maximum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

CSFS La Veta Field Office Intern

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Classification Title</b></div> <div>Temporary Hourly</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employment Category</b></div> <div>Temporary</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Is this an Hourly position?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Hours/Week</b></div> <div>0-40</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Overtime Eligible?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>Grand Junction, CO</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?</b></div> <div>No</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Description of Work Unit</b></div>
<div><div>The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) is a service and outreach agency of the Warner College of Natural Resources (WCNR). The CSFS provides technical forestry assistance, wildfire mitigation expertise, and outreach and education to help landowners and communities achieve their forest management goals. Our mission is to achieve stewardship of Colorado&rsquo;s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations.</div><div>
The Colorado State Forest Service partnered with the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU) in 2018 to develop the CSFS Internship Program that offers paid summer internships to undergraduate students. Intern positions provide students with in-depth learning and work experiences in natural resources. Internships include a 15-85% split between training for the student and hourly work for the CSFS, as defined below under &ldquo;Duties and Responsibilities&rdquo;. Student interns prepare 2 written documents throughout their internship period to advance professional writing skills and encourage self-reflection. They also receive one-on-one mentoring and evaluations from their CSFS supervisor(s). A small professional development stipend will be made available to support costs/fees associated with trainings, workshops, conferences, and other applicable opportunities during the internship period. A housing stipend will be offered to interns to mitigate the cost of living in Colorado. Seasonal housing may be available at the CSU Western Research Campus bunkhouse. Please indicate if you desire to be considered for a room. Note that consideration does not guarantee a room will be available.</div><div>
The position title of this internship is <b>CSFS</b><b> Grand Junction Field Office Intern</b>. This intern will be based out of the Grand Junction Field Office (Grand Junction, CO) in the CSFS Northwest Area and is directly supervised by Hallie Flynn (Forester). The Grand Junction Field Office is one of 18 field offices at the CSFS and serves Delta and Mesa counties. The office is staffed by a Forester which works closely with the Two Rivers Wildfire Coalition and CSFS staff from other offices and divisions. We are seeking student interns who are professional, self-directed, innovative, and motivated. Of special interest are applicants that demonstrate a capacity to learn new skills, think critically, and serve as effective team members.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Search Contact Email</b></div> <div>Kristen Switzer, Kristen.Switzer@colostate.edu</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Intern will serve as a field technician supporting multiple forestry and fuels reduction initiatives in Mesa County, including spruce-fir timber sales, defensible space projects, and mastication operations. Intern will begin by shadowing the forester during inspections and gradually transition to performing regular field inspections independently. Regular check-ins with the direct supervisor will ensure quality assurance and provide opportunities for clarification and feedback. Primary duties include:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Review project documentation: Examine contract scopes of work and specifications to understand treatment objectives and performance standards.</div><div>
<br>
o Conduct field inspections: Evaluate contractor work for compliance with project specifications, focusing on treatment quality and adherence to safety protocols.</div><div>
<br>
o Document field activities: Capture photographs, take detailed notes, and collect GPS data to record contractor performance and treatment progress.</div><div>
<br>
o Report findings: Provide regular updates to the direct supervisor, highlighting contractor performance, challenges, and any corrective actions needed.</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist with:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Timber sale preparation: Support the Grand Junction Forester in preparing GNA and Private Lands timber sales. Tasks include reconnaissance of sale areas, GPS mapping and boundary marking, and timber cruising using Mobile Map software.</div><div>
<br>
o Wildfire Risk Assessments: Collaborate with the Executive Director of the Two Rivers Wildfire Coalition to conduct Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) and defensible space assessments. The intern will use a rapid assessment tool to evaluate risk and assist with treatment layout.</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Office duties may include field equipment maintenance, finalizing project inspection reports, analyzing cruise data, creating maps using GIS, literature searches and professional development related to project scopes, data management, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, safety orientation for field work, Assessing Structure Ignition Potential training, S-212 or other chainsaw training, ATV/UTV Safety Training, Field Learning Opportunities, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Attend a mandatory 1.5-day orientation session on <b>Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, 2026</b> either in person at the CSFS State Office on the Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, CO or virtually. There may also be optional First Aid/CPR courses offered that week regionally.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Hourly internship duties will occur from May 26, 2026 through August 14, 2026.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Conditions of Employment:</b>
</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Student might be exposed to strenuous outdoor working environments, long days in the field and driving, steep uneven terrain, biting stinging insects, and wildlife during field work.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Ability to provide suitable work gear, including sturdy hiking boots, long pants, long sleeve shirts, rain gear, , and other personal items related to hiking.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Ability and willingness to travel throughout Colorado for 1-3 day-long trips, potentially requiring stays in hotels. Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see <b>GSA</b><b> </b><b>CONUS</b><b> rates</b> for Colorado).</li></ul></div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institution of higher education. Students can be any year or major.</li></ul><ul><li>Students graduating in the spring of 2026 or later are eligible for an internship in the summer of 2026.</li></ul><ul><li>Good academic standing with undergraduate institution (GPA &gt; 2.0).</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated career interest in forestry or natural resource fields.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license, the ability to obtain a driver&rsquo;s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Pursuing a forestry or natural resource-related major.</li></ul><ul><li>Good written and oral communications.</li></ul><ul><li>Field experience and/or exposure to forestry and natural resources management.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience operating chainsaws, including official certification in chainsaw operation such as S-212.</li></ul><ul><li>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.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience using forestry equipment (diameter tape, loggers tape, GPS, increment borer, etc.).</li></ul><ul><li>Experience identifying trees, grasses, forbs, and shrubs in the western U.S.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience navigating with maps, compass, and GPS units.</li></ul><ul><li>Basic experience with ArcGIS Pro</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>CSFS Grand Junction Field Office Intern</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>202500712T</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Colorado State Forest Service</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$18.00 per hour</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employee Benefits</b></div>
<div><div>Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it&rsquo;s a thriving community that&rsquo;s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.<br>
</div><ul><li><b>Review our detailed benefits information here.</b></li>
<li><b>Explore the additional perks of working at </b><b>CSU</b><b> here</b>.</li>
<li><b>For the total value of </b><b>CSU</b><b> benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator</b>.</li><br>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>12/31/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><div><b>Please submit applications </b>by<b>11:59 pm </b><b>MST</b><b> on Friday, February 6, 2026.</b> You must submit a separate application for each position you are interested in being considered for, but can use the same cover letter for all applications (see specific information required in the cover letter below). Include the following information in your application packet:</div><div>
1. <b>Cover letter</b>
</div><div>The cover letter must include the following information:</div><div>
a. The CSFS internship position(s) you are applying for (indicate each specific position title listed in the overview). The above position description is for CSFS Grand Junction Field Office Intern.</div><div>
b. Your interest in and qualifications for each of the positions for which you are applying. Please provide at least 2-3 sentences for each position explaining why you are applying for that position.</div><div>
2. <b>Resume</b>
</div><div>3. <b>Unofficial undergraduate transcripts</b>
</div><div>4. <b>Names and contact information for 3 professional references.</b></div><div><br>
</div><div><b>
Applications missing any of the above information or submitted after the deadline will not receive full consideration.</b></div><div><br>
<br>
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.<br>
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Background Check Policy Statement</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>EEO</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Essential Job Duties
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Forest Health Management</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Intern will serve as a field technician supporting multiple forestry and fuels reduction initiatives in Mesa County, including spruce-fir timber sales, defensible space projects, and mastication operations. Intern will begin by shadowing the forester during inspections and gradually transition to performing regular field inspections independently. Regular check-ins with the direct supervisor will ensure quality assurance and provide opportunities for clarification and feedback. Primary duties include:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Review project documentation: Examine contract scopes of work and specifications to understand treatment objectives and performance standards.</div><div>
<br>
o Conduct field inspections: Evaluate contractor work for compliance with project specifications, focusing on treatment quality and adherence to safety protocols.</div><div>
<br>
o Document field activities: Capture photographs, take detailed notes, and collect GPS data to record contractor performance and treatment progress.</div><div>
<br>
o Report findings: Provide regular updates to the direct supervisor, highlighting contractor performance, challenges, and any corrective actions needed.</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist with:</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o Timber sale preparation: Support the Grand Junction Forester in preparing GNA and Private Lands timber sales. Tasks include reconnaissance of sale areas, GPS mapping and boundary marking, and timber cruising using Mobile Map software.</div><div>
<br>
o Wildfire Risk Assessments: Collaborate with the Executive Director of the Two Rivers Wildfire Coalition to conduct Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) and defensible space assessments. The intern will use a rapid assessment tool to evaluate risk and assist with treatment layout.</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Office duties may include field equipment maintenance, finalizing project inspection reports, analyzing cruise data, creating maps using GIS, literature searches and professional development related to project scopes, data management, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, safety orientation for field work, Assessing Structure Ignition Potential training, S-212 or other chainsaw training, ATV/UTV Safety Training, Field Learning Opportunities, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>100%</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>References
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Minimum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Maximum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

CSFS Grand Junction Field Office Intern

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Classification Title</b></div> <div>Temporary Hourly</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employment Category</b></div> <div>Temporary</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Is this an Hourly position?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Hours/Week</b></div> <div>0-40</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Overtime Eligible?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>Durango, CO</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?</b></div> <div>No</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Description of Work Unit</b></div>
<div><div>The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) is a service and outreach agency of the Warner College of Natural Resources (WCNR). The CSFS provides technical forestry assistance, wildfire mitigation expertise, and outreach and education to help landowners and communities achieve their forest management goals. Our mission is to achieve stewardship of Colorado&rsquo;s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations.</div><div>
The Colorado State Forest Service partnered with the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU) in 2018 to develop the CSFS Internship Program that offers paid summer internships to undergraduate students. Intern positions provide students with in-depth learning and work experiences in natural resources. Internships include a 15-85% split between training for the student and hourly work for the CSFS, as defined below under &ldquo;Duties and Responsibilities&rdquo;. Student interns prepare 2 written documents throughout their internship period to advance professional writing skills and encourage self-reflection. They also receive one-on-one mentoring and evaluations from their CSFS supervisor(s). A small professional development stipend will be made available to support costs/fees associated with trainings, workshops, conferences, and other applicable opportunities during the internship period. A housing stipend will be offered to interns to mitigate the cost of living in Colorado.</div><div>
The position title of this internship is <b>CSFS</b><b> Durango Field Office Intern</b>. This intern will be based out of the Durango Field Office in the CSFS Southwest Area and is directly supervised by Josh Braun (Forester). <b>The Durango Field Office is one of 18 field offices at the </b><b>CSFS</b><b> and is staffed by four full-time foresters, a Supervisory Forester, a statewide marketing &amp; utilization forester, four inventory foresters responsible for conducting the Forest Inventory and Analysis Program in southwestern Colorado, and an administrative assistant.</b><b>[KS1]</b> The Durango Field Office services 5 counties in SW Colorado including La Plata, Archuleta, Montezuma, Dolores, and San Juan Counties. We are seeking student interns who are professional, self-directed, innovative, and energetic. Of special interest are applicants that demonstrate a capacity to learn new skills, think critically, and serve as effective team members.</div><div>
<br>
<b>[KS1]</b>This is from the CSFS website. Update as needed, such as including counties served by the office.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Search Contact Email</b></div> <div>Kristen Switzer, Kristen.Switzer@colostate.edu</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li> <b>Assisting with and aiding in the expansion and productivity of:</b>
</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o 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.</div><div>
<br>
o Inventory, boundary layout, and mapping for project implementation and forest management plans.</div><div>
<br>
o Other duties, including sick tree calls, wildfire mitigation, and urban and community forestry.</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Virtual and in-person meetings with local and federal partners, collaboratives, and private landowners.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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).</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Learn through FMPs about wildlife habitat improvement, endangered species identification, wetland delineation and hydrology, soil types, and Best Management Practices (BMPs).</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Set up forest inventories using ArcGIS, Avenza, and Excel.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Conduct forest inventories using laser range finders, tablets, D-tape, clinometer, GPS, increment borer, and other assessment tools and techniques.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Data analysis using Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS).</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Attend a mandatory 1.5-day orientation session on <b>Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, 2026</b> either in person at the CSFS State Office on the Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, CO or virtually. There may also be optional First Aid/CPR courses offered that week regionally.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Hourly internship duties will occur from May 18, 2026 through June 26, 2026.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<b>Conditions of Employment:</b>
</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li> <b>Student might be exposed to poisonous plants, biting stinging insects, and wildlife during field work.</b>
</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Ability to provide suitable work gear, including sturdy hiking boots, rain gear, sleeping bag, and other personal items related to camping and hiking.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Ability and willingness to travel throughout Colorado for 1-3 day-long trips to CSFS field offices, potentially requiring stays in hotels. Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see <b>GSA</b><b> </b><b>CONUS</b><b> rates</b> for Colorado).</li></ul></div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institution of higher education. Students can be any year or major.</li></ul><ul><li>Students graduating in the spring of 2026 or later are eligible for an internship in the summer of 2026.</li></ul><ul><li>Good academic standing with undergraduate institution (GPA &gt; 2.0).</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated career interest in forestry or natural resource fields.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license, the ability to obtain a driver&rsquo;s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Preference is given to students in a forestry or natural resource-related major.</li></ul><ul><li>Good written and oral communications.</li></ul><ul><li>Field experience and/or exposure to forestry and natural resources management.</li></ul><ul><li>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.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience using forestry equipment (diameter tape, loggers tape, GPS, increment borer, etc.).</li></ul><ul><li>Experience identifying trees, grasses, forbs, and shrubs in the western U.S.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience navigating with maps, compass, and GPS units.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>CSFS Durango Field Office Intern</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>202500710T</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Colorado State Forest Service</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$18.00 per hour</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employee Benefits</b></div>
<div><div>Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it&rsquo;s a thriving community that&rsquo;s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.<br>
</div><ul><li><b>Review our detailed benefits information here.</b></li>
<li><b>Explore the additional perks of working at </b><b>CSU</b><b> here</b>.</li>
<li><b>For the total value of </b><b>CSU</b><b> benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator</b>.</li><br>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>12/31/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><div><b>Please submit applications </b>by<b>11:59 pm </b><b>MST</b><b> on Friday, February 6, 2026.</b> You must submit a separate application for each position you are interested in being considered for, but can use the same cover letter for all applications (see specific information required in the cover letter below). Include the following information in your application packet:</div><div>
1. <b>Cover letter</b>
</div><div>The cover letter must include the following information:</div><div>
a. The CSFS internship position(s) you are applying for (indicate each specific position title listed in the overview). The above position description is for CSFS Alamosa Field Office Intern.</div><div>
b. Your interest in and qualifications for each of the positions for which you are applying. Please provide at least 2-3 sentences for each position explaining why you are applying for that position.</div><div>
2. <b>Resume</b>
</div><div>3. <b>Unofficial undergraduate transcripts</b>
</div><div>4. <b>Names and contact information for 3 professional references.</b></div><div><br>
</div><div><b>
Applications missing any of the above information or submitted after the deadline will not receive full consideration.</b></div><div><br>
<br>
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.<br>
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Background Check Policy Statement</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>EEO</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Essential Job Duties
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Forest Health Management</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li> <b>Assisting with and aiding in the expansion and productivity of:</b>
</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
o 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.</div><div>
<br>
o Inventory, boundary layout, and mapping for project implementation and forest management plans.</div><div>
<br>
o Other duties, including sick tree calls, wildfire mitigation, and urban and community forestry.</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Virtual and in-person meetings with local and federal partners, collaboratives, and private landowners.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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).</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Learn through FMPs about wildlife habitat improvement, endangered species identification, wetland delineation and hydrology, soil types, and Best Management Practices (BMPs).</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Set up forest inventories using ArcGIS, Avenza, and Excel.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Conduct forest inventories using laser range finders, tablets, D-tape, clinometer, GPS, increment borer, and other assessment tools and techniques.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Data analysis using Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS).</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>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.
</li></ul></div><div><br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div></div><br>
<div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>100%</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>References
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Minimum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Maximum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

CSFS Durango Field Office Intern

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Classification Title</b></div> <div>Temporary Hourly</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employment Category</b></div> <div>Temporary</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Is this an Hourly position?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Hours/Week</b></div> <div>0-40</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Overtime Eligible?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>Alamosa, CO</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?</b></div> <div>No</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Description of Work Unit</b></div>
<div><div>The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) is a service and outreach agency of the Warner College of Natural Resources (WCNR). The CSFS provides technical forestry assistance, wildfire mitigation expertise, and outreach and education to help landowners and communities achieve their forest management goals. Our mission is to achieve stewardship of Colorado&rsquo;s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations.</div><div>
<br>
The Colorado State Forest Service partnered with the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU) in 2018 to develop the CSFS Internship Program that offers paid summer internships to undergraduate students. Intern positions provide students with in-depth learning and work experiences in natural resources. Internships include a 15-85% split between training for the student and hourly work for the CSFS, as defined below under &ldquo;Duties and Responsibilities&rdquo;. Student interns prepare 2 written documents throughout their internship period to advance professional writing skills and encourage self-reflection. They also receive one-on-one mentoring and evaluations from their CSFS supervisor(s). A small professional development stipend will be made available to support costs/fees associated with trainings, workshops, conferences, and other applicable opportunities during the internship period. A housing stipend will be offered to interns to mitigate the cost of living in Colorado. Low-cost housing options with partner organizations include the USFS Bunkhouse in South Fork, CO and Adams State University in Alamosa, CO.</div><div>
<br>
The position title of this internship is <b>CSFS</b><b> Alamosa Field Office Intern</b>. This intern will be based out of the Alamosa Field Office in the CSFS Southwest Area and is directly supervised by Sam Scavo (Forester). The Alamosa Field Office is one of 18 field offices in Colorado, serving the San Luis Valley, including Alamosa, Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Rio Grande, and Saguache counties. The office is staffed by three Foresters and a Supervisory Forester of Communications and Communities. We are seeking student interns who are professional, self-directed, innovative, and energetic. Of special interest are applicants that demonstrate a capacity to learn new skills, think critically, and serve as effective team members.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Search Contact Email</b></div> <div>Kristen Switzer, Kristen.Switzer@colostate.edu</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Assist with inventory, layout and administration of Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) small sales and projects on the Rio Grande National Forest and San Luis Valley BLM GNA projects.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist with planning and layout of State Trust Land and State Wildlife Area big game habitat management projects.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Data acquisition and management.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Utilize FieldMaps to map and assess wildfire risk on developed and undeveloped lots.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Create maps in ArcGIS Pro using data collected in the field.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Public interaction with landowners on factors affecting defensible space and forest health.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist adjacent field offices with project work as necessary.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist Alamosa Field Office staff with ongoing project layout &amp; implementation.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>The proposed internship is predominantly field-based but may have office time associated with it. Office opportunities may include GIS mapping, partner meetings, and contract and scope of work development.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, U.S. Forest Service insect and disease training, collaborations with nearby CSFS field offices, CO Wildland Fire &amp; Incident Management Academy, Assessing Structure Ignition Potential Training (ASIP), and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Attend a mandatory 1.5-day orientation session on <b>Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, 2026</b> either in person at the CSFS State Office on the Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, CO or virtually. There may also be optional First Aid/CPR courses offered that week regionally.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Hourly internship duties will occur from May 26, 2026 through August 14, 2026.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Conditions of Employment:</b>
</div><ul><li>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.</li>
<li>Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.</li>
<li>Student might be exposed to poisonous plants, biting stinging insects, and wildlife during field work.</li>
<li>Ability to provide suitable work gear, including sturdy hiking boots, rain gear, sleeping bag, and other personal items related to camping and hiking.</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to travel throughout Colorado for 1-3 day-long trips to CSFS field offices, potentially requiring stays in hotels. Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see <b>GSA</b><b> </b><b>CONUS</b><b> rates</b> for Colorado).</li>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institution of higher education. Students can be any year or major.</li></ul><ul><li>Students graduating in the spring of 2026 or later are eligible for an internship in the summer of 2026.</li></ul><ul><li>Good academic standing with undergraduate institution (GPA &gt; 2.0).</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated career interest in forestry or natural resource fields.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license, the ability to obtain a driver&rsquo;s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Pursuing a forestry or natural resource-related major.</li></ul><ul><li>Good written and oral communications.</li></ul><ul><li>Field experience and/or exposure to forestry and natural resources management.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience with and/or exposure to wildland fire behavior and management.</li></ul><div>
o S130/S190 certification</div><ul><li>Experience operating chainsaws, including official certification in chainsaw operation such as S-212.</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to (or willingness to learn how to) operate 4-wheel drive vehicles, and UTVs/ATVs in variable weather and road conditions.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience using forestry equipment (diameter tape, loggers tape, GPS, increment borer, etc.).</li></ul><ul><li>Experience identifying trees, grasses, forbs, and shrubs in the western U.S.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience navigating with maps, compass, and GPS units.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience with ArcGIS and FieldMaps.</li></ul></div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>CSFS Alamosa Field Office Intern</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>202500708T</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Colorado State Forest Service</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$18.00 per hour</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Employee Benefits</b></div>
<div><div>Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it&rsquo;s a thriving community that&rsquo;s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.<br>
</div><ul><li><b>Review our detailed benefits information here.</b></li>
<li><b>Explore the additional perks of working at </b><b>CSU</b><b> here</b>.</li>
<li><b>For the total value of </b><b>CSU</b><b> benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator</b>.</li><br>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>12/31/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><div><b>Please submit applications </b>by<b>11:59 pm </b><b>MST</b><b> on Friday, February 6, 2026.</b> You must submit a separate application for each position you are interested in being considered for, but can use the same cover letter for all applications (see specific information required in the cover letter below). Include the following information in your application packet:</div><div>
1. <b>Cover letter</b>
</div><div>The cover letter must include the following information:</div><div>
a. The CSFS internship position(s) you are applying for (indicate each specific position title listed in the overview). The above position description is for CSFS Alamosa Field Office Intern.</div><div>
b. Your interest in and qualifications for each of the positions for which you are applying. Please provide at least 2-3 sentences for each position explaining why you are applying for that position.</div><div>
2. <b>Resume</b>
</div><div>3. <b>Unofficial undergraduate transcripts</b>
</div><div>4. <b>Names and contact information for 3 professional references.</b></div><div><br>
<br>
<br>
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.<br>
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Background Check Policy Statement</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>EEO</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Essential Job Duties
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Forest Health Management</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><br>
<ul><li>Assist with inventory, layout and administration of Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) small sales and projects on the Rio Grande National Forest and San Luis Valley BLM GNA projects.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist with planning and layout of State Trust Land and State Wildlife Area big game habitat management projects.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Data acquisition and management.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Utilize FieldMaps to map and assess wildfire risk on developed and undeveloped lots.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Create maps in ArcGIS Pro using data collected in the field.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Public interaction with landowners on factors affecting defensible space and forest health.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist adjacent field offices with project work as necessary.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist Alamosa Field Office staff with ongoing project layout &amp; implementation.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>The proposed internship is predominantly field-based but may have office time associated with it. Office opportunities may include GIS mapping, partner meetings, and contract and scope of work development.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, U.S. Forest Service insect and disease training, collaborations with nearby CSFS field offices, CO Wildland Fire &amp; Incident Management Academy, Assessing Structure Ignition Potential Training (ASIP), and more.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div></div>
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<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>100%</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>References
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Minimum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div>
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<div><div><b>Maximum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

CSFS Alamosa Field Office Intern

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Classification Title</b></div> <div>Temporary Hourly</div>
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<div><div><b>Employment Category</b></div> <div>Temporary</div>
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<div><div><b>Is this an Hourly position?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Hours/Week</b></div> <div>0-40</div>
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<div><div><b>Overtime Eligible?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>Salida, CO</div>
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<div><div><b>Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?</b></div> <div>No</div>
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<div><div><b>Description of Work Unit</b></div>
<div><div>The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) is a service and outreach agency of the Warner College of Natural Resources (WCNR). The CSFS provides technical forestry assistance, wildfire mitigation expertise, and outreach and education to help landowners and communities achieve their forest management goals. Our mission is to achieve stewardship of Colorado&rsquo;s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations.</div><div>
The Colorado State Forest Service partnered with the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU) in 2018 to develop the CSFS Internship Program that offers paid summer internships to undergraduate students. Intern positions provide students with in-depth learning and work experiences in natural resources. Internships include a 15-85% split between training for the student and hourly work for the CSFS, as defined below under &ldquo;Duties and Responsibilities&rdquo;. Student interns prepare 2 written documents throughout their internship period to advance professional writing skills and encourage self-reflection. They also receive one-on-one mentoring and evaluations from their CSFS supervisor(s). A small professional development stipend will be made available to support costs/fees associated with trainings, workshops, conferences, and other applicable opportunities during the internship period. A housing stipend will be offered to interns to mitigate the cost of living in Colorado. There may be dorm-style housing available through Colorado Firecamp that is significantly cheaper than other options.</div><div>
The position title of this internship is <b>CSFS</b><b> Salida Field Office Internship</b>. This intern will be based out of the Salida Field Office (Salida, CO) in the CSFS Southwest Area and is directly supervised by Kellie Solis (Forester). The Salida Field Office is one of 18 field offices of the CSFS, and serves Lake and Chaffee counties. The CSFS office in Leadville is a satellite office of the Salida Field Office. This office is staffed by three Foresters, two Lead Foresters, a Supervisory Forester, a Seasonal Forester, an Accounting Technician, and the Southwest Area Manager. We are seeking student interns who are professional, self-directed, innovative, and energetic. Of special interest are applicants that demonstrate a capacity to learn new skills, think critically, and serve as effective team members.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Search Contact Email</b></div> <div>Kristen Switzer, Kristen.Switzer@colostate.edu</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div><div><ul><li>Complete planning steps for the RCPP program, including:</li></ul><br>
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o Attend initial site visits with private landowners to gauge their interest and offer treatment options.</div><div>
o Develop maps in ArcPro for the inventory.</div><div>
o Collect inventory data using tools such as a compass, laser range finder, tablet, diameter tape, clinometer, increment borer, and calipers.</div><div>
o Data acquisition and management in Excel, Access and FVS (Forest Vegetation Simulator).</div><div>
o Write a forest management plan using the condensed RCPP template.</div><div>
o Paint trees for removal where necessary (i.e. ponderosa pine stand).</div><div>
o Lay out unit boundaries for harvest.</div><ul><li>Other anticipated tasks:</li></ul><div>
o Attend weekly and monthly staff calls, as well as bi-weekly and monthly calls with partners in the area such as NFF, USFS, and NRCS.</div><div>
o Utilize GPS, tablets and phones to map and rate wildfire risk on occupied lots.</div><div>
o Public interaction with landowners on factors affecting Home Ignition Zone by modifying the Defensible Space ( 100 ft around a home or building that has been treated to lower the fire risk).</div><div>
o Assist adjacent field offices with project work.</div><div>
o Attend monthly Tree Board meetings.</div><div>
o Assist with projects other than RCPP (site visits, layout, administration).</div><div>
o Assist with Lake County projects. This will introduce interns to forest management in lodgepole pine stands that are not as widespread in Chaffee County.</div><div>
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<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, U.S. Forest Service training for identifying forest insects and disease, Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS) training, S-130/190 classes, S-212, chipper operation experience, ATV/UTV training, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Attend a mandatory 1.5-day orientation session on <b>Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, 2026</b> either in person at the CSFS State Office on the Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, CO or virtually. There may also be optional First Aid/CPR courses offered that week regionally.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Hourly internship duties will occur from May 26, 2026 through August 14, 2026.</li></ul><br>
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Conditions of Employment:</b>
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<ul><li>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.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Small professional development stipends are available for each student to help with costs associated with conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Student might be exposed to poisonous plants, biting stinging insects, and wildlife during field work.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Ability to provide suitable work gear, including sturdy hiking boots, rain gear, sleeping bag, and other personal items related to camping and hiking.</li></ul></div><div>
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<ul><li>Ability and willingness to travel throughout Colorado for 1-3 day-long trips, potentially requiring stays in hotels. Approved lodging and per diem expenses are covered (see <b>GSA</b><b> </b><b>CONUS</b><b> rates</b> for Colorado).</li></ul></div></div>
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<div><div><b>Position Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Undergraduate student pursuing a degree at a Colorado institution of higher education. Students can be any year or major.</li></ul><ul><li>Students graduating in the spring of 2026 or later are eligible for an internship in the summer of 2026.</li></ul><ul><li>Good academic standing with undergraduate institution (GPA &gt; 2.0).</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated career interest in forestry or natural resource fields.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license, the ability to obtain a driver&rsquo;s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working as an effective team member and clear communicator.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li></ul></div>
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<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Pursuing a forestry or natural resource-related major.</li></ul><ul><li>Good written and oral communications.</li></ul><ul><li>Field experience and/or exposure to forestry and natural resources management.</li></ul><ul><li>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.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience using forestry equipment (diameter tape, loggers tape, GPS, increment borer, etc.).</li></ul><ul><li>Experience identifying trees, grasses, forbs, and shrubs in the western U.S.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience navigating with maps, compass, and GPS units.</li></ul></div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>CSFS Salida Field Office Intern</div>
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<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>202500714T</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Colorado State Forest Service</div>
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<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$18.00 per hour</div>
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<div><div><b>Employee Benefits</b></div>
<div><div>Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it&rsquo;s a thriving community that&rsquo;s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.<br>
</div><ul><li><b>Review our detailed benefits information here.</b></li>
<li><b>Explore the additional perks of working at </b><b>CSU</b><b> here</b>.</li>
<li><b>For the total value of </b><b>CSU</b><b> benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator</b>.</li><br>
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<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>12/31/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><div><b>Please submit applications </b>by<b>11:59 pm </b><b>MST</b><b> on Friday, February 6, 2026.</b> You must submit a separate application for each position you are interested in being considered for, but can use the same cover letter for all applications (see specific information required in the cover letter below). Include the following information in your application packet:</div><div>
1. <b>Cover letter</b>
</div><div>The cover letter must include the following information:</div><div>
a. The CSFS internship position(s) you are applying for (indicate each specific position title listed in the overview). The above position description is for CSFS Salida Field Office Intern.</div><div>
b. Your interest in and qualifications for each of the positions for which you are applying. Please provide at least 2-3 sentences for each position explaining why you are applying for that position.</div><div>
2. <b>Resume</b>
</div><div>3. <b>Unofficial undergraduate transcripts</b>
</div><div>4. <b>Names and contact information for 3 professional references.</b></div><div><br>
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Applications missing any of the above information or submitted after the deadline will not receive full consideration.</b></div><div><br>
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CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.<br>
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Background Check Policy Statement</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.</div>
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<div><div><b>EEO</b></div>
<div>Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Essential Job Duties
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Duty Category</b></div> <div>Forest Health Management</div>
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<div><div><b>Duty/Responsibility</b></div>
<div><div><ul><li>Complete planning steps for the RCPP program, including:</li></ul><br>
</div><div>
o Attend initial site visits with private landowners to gauge their interest and offer treatment options.</div><div>
o Develop maps in ArcPro for the inventory.</div><div>
o Collect inventory data using tools such as a compass, laser range finder, tablet, diameter tape, clinometer, increment borer, and calipers.</div><div>
o Data acquisition and management in Excel, Access and FVS (Forest Vegetation Simulator).</div><div>
o Write a forest management plan using the condensed RCPP template.</div><div>
o Paint trees for removal where necessary (i.e. ponderosa pine stand).</div><div>
o Lay out unit boundaries for harvest.</div><ul><li>Other anticipated tasks:</li></ul><div>
o Attend weekly and monthly staff calls, as well as bi-weekly and monthly calls with partners in the area such as NFF, USFS, and NRCS.</div><div>
o Utilize GPS, tablets and phones to map and rate wildfire risk on occupied lots.</div><div>
o Public interaction with landowners on factors affecting Home Ignition Zone by modifying the Defensible Space ( 100 ft around a home or building that has been treated to lower the fire risk).</div><div>
o Assist adjacent field offices with project work.</div><div>
o Attend monthly Tree Board meetings.</div><div>
o Assist with projects other than RCPP (site visits, layout, administration).</div><div>
o Assist with Lake County projects. This will introduce interns to forest management in lodgepole pine stands that are not as widespread in Chaffee County.</div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Training opportunities may include but are not limited to: First Aid/CPR Certification, U.S. Forest Service training for identifying forest insects and disease, Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS) training, S-130/190 classes, S-212, chipper operation experience, ATV/UTV training, and more.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Work with supervisor(s) to prepare a summer work plan, set goals and learning objectives, and evaluate progress.</li></ul></div><div>
<br>
<ul><li>Complete two professional writing assignments throughout the summer.</li></ul></div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Percentage Of Time</b></div> <div>100%</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>References
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Minimum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Maximum References Required</b></div> <div>3</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

CSFS Salida Field Office Intern

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