2027 Summer Internship - Forestry

APS•Phoenix, AZ

10h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Forestry Intern, you will help support the safe and reliable delivery of energy by contributing to vegetation management efforts across the Phoenix Metro service territory. This role provides hands-on experience in environmental stewardship, customer engagement, and utility operations while helping reduce vegetation-related risks near electrical infrastructure.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Forestry or related area.
Demonstrated commitment to academic achievement and continued learning.
Exposure, experience, or interest in learning GIS mapping and software.
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and field conditions.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and coworkers.
Motivated, adaptable, and interested in learning about forestry, environmental management, and the electric utility industry.
Enrolled in an accredited college or university undergraduate or graduate degree program.
Must show ongoing achievement in areas of study and training.
Must possess valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

3.0 GPA or higher.

Responsibilities

Collect, analyze, and maintain data that supports vegetation management projects and informed decision-making.
Engage with customers and communities to communicate the purpose and benefits of vegetation management work.
Collaborate with teams across operations, communications, land management, government affairs, and community affairs to support project success.
Participate in field visits to observe and support forestry and resource management activities throughout APS's service territory.
Gain exposure to utility operations while helping ensure vegetation management programs support reliability and safety goals.