Vegetation Management Operations Intern

PG&E • American Canyon, CA

275d • $24 - $35

About The Position

The Vegetation Management Operations Intern will support the Director, North Valley Operations, Sierra Operations, and VOI teams in an effort to meet and exceed their weekly, monthly, and annual targets. The intern will utilize data to navigate through challenges, identify leading and lagging performance indicators, and collaborate with other organizations to accomplish tasks. Daily monitoring and tracking will include all production, safety performance, and budget. The successful intern will have the opportunity to lead and/or support activities while gaining knowledge of the larger Vegetation Management Operations organization.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related engineering field at an accredited University.
• Students must be continuing their education towards their degree fulltime during and/or after the internship.
• Students must be returning back to school fulltime in the fall of 2025.
• Required a Class C driver's license at the time of first day of start date.

Nice To Haves

• EIT or FE certification.
• 3.0 GPA or greater in both cumulative GPA and major GPA.
• Engineering experience in utilities, municipalities, construction, or engineering consultation.
• Ability to work in a team environment and support fellow team members.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Takes initiative and can work independently with minimal direction.
• 1 year of related field-based experience (e.g. tree work, forestry, landscaping/gardening).
• Certified Arborist or Utility Specialist.
• American Society of Consulting Arborist Registered.
• 4 years' experience in forestry, or arboriculture industry.
• Completion of the PG&E Power Pathway program.
• Military Service with honorable discharge.

Responsibilities

• Applies broad expertise and advanced knowledge to wide-ranging issues.
• Works with Sr. Manager, Planning Supervisor, and Operational Supervisors across functions to influence decisions.
• Utilizes financial analysis and best practices to recommend and implement improvements and corrective actions.
• Supports the annual Wildfire Mitigation Plan and managing/executing commitments.
• Creates new and complex data models to facilitate business decisions.
• Communicates complex ideas to diverse audiences using a variety of media.
• Integrates industry data-related knowledge into everyday business practices and decision-making.
• Assists with the development of guidance documents and procedures related to tree work.
• Assists with in-depth quality assurance final reviews of data outputs and contract drafts.

Benefits

• Hourly rate for a bachelor's degree ranges from $24.52 to $29.81.
• Hourly rate for a master's degree is $35.37.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree