Urban Forestry Intern - PT

City of Arlington•Jacksonville, FL

24d

About The Position

Under general supervision, this internship will support the City of Arlington’s Forestry & Beautification (FAB) division in a variety of operational, field-based, and project-focused assignments. The intern will assist in maintaining Arlington’s urban forest, beautification of medians and rights-of-way, and park landscapes while developing professional skills, networking with industry professionals, and gaining a deeper understanding of urban forestry and environmental stewardship in a local government setting. This is a competitive 16-week, part-time internship (20 hours/week, Monday - Thursday) jointly offered by the University of Texas at Arlington and the City of Arlington. This program provided immersive, hands-on experience in municipal government operations, fostering professional development through real-world projects and exposure.

Requirements

Knowledge of urban forestry, environmental science, or related fields.
Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with City staff, volunteers, and the public.
Ability to perform fieldwork in outdoor environments, including various weather conditions.
Ability to operate standard office equipment (PC, telephone, scanner, copier) and field tools (tree measurement instruments, hand tools).
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain accurate records.
Ability to work independently under general supervision.
Currently enrolled at a Texas College and majoring in Forestry, Environmental Science, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
High school diploma or GED required, plus at least one year of college coursework or related experience.
Valid Texas Class “C” Driver’s License
Criminal background check
Motor vehicle record review
Drug & Alcohol Screening

Nice To Haves

Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
Coursework or hands-on experience in forestry, arboriculture, landscape design, or environmental management.
Familiarity with GIS mapping, tree inventory software, or other data management tools.

Responsibilities

Assist with tree inventory updates, including collecting and entering field data.
Analyze urban forestry data to support management decisions.
Participate in tree planting, structural pruning, and landscape maintenance activities.
Assist with the supervision of volunteer groups for forestry-related projects.
Conduct research on best practices for urban forestry, landscaping, and beautification.
Support public outreach and educational initiatives related to tree care and environmental stewardship.
Operate a city vehicle to perform fieldwork at various sites.
Attend program-required orientation, check-ins, and Lunch & Learn sessions.
Provide feedback through 30%, 60%, and 90% program evaluations.
Perform other forestry, beautification, or administrative tasks as assigned.