Intern/Co-Op-Forestry
About The Position
Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, serving 6.8 million residents across 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Our priority is ensuring reliable, clean, and affordable energy delivery 24/7. This internship is designed for current college students passionate about natural resources and outdoor work. The program focuses on skill development, ability enhancement, and knowledge application, complementing traditional classroom learning. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees feel respected, fairly treated, and valued. We do not discriminate and encourage learning about each other's unique differences to create authentic and inclusive spaces where everyone can be themselves. Our Employee Resource Groups support our company values of Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.
Requirements
- Actively enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Forestry, Environmental Science, Conservation or Arboriculture.
- Currently pursuing a technical related Bachelor's degree
- Currently pursuing an Engineering-related Master's while having completed a Bachelor's in applicable field
- Minimum GPA requirement of 2.7 or higher.
- The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance from the assigned location(s) or willing to find accommodations.
- This role may require reporting to an assigned headquarter.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to new assignments and projects
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Attitude and aptitude to learn new skills and concepts
- Ability and willingness to work independently or as part of a team to complete tasks
- Prior work and/or internship experience
- Hands-on experience with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
- Inspecting and planning necessary tree work for a wide range of projects
- Auditing completed tree work
- Data collection, analysis, and input
- Assist with tree inventories, vegetation management plans, tree removal assessments, and other utility forestry field activities
- Potential storm-related events
Benefits
- Housing and living stipned arrangements may be available.
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Career Level
Intern
