Urban Forestry Intern
The City of Portsmouth has an opportunity for an individual to intern full time, 40 hours a week during the summer of 2025, for the Department of Public Works. The hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm. Pay rate is $19.00 an hour.
The duration of this internship is approximately 8-10 weeks and will accommodate school schedule if needed.
NATURE OF WORK
The Urban Forestry Intern will assist the Highway Departments Urban Forestry staff performing a variety of field work throughout the City of Portsmouth. Candidates for this position will be required to work outdoors with the field crew. Intern will have the opportunity to choose a special project to work on for the duration of the summer that aligns with their interests and/or curriculum.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to, or extension of, the position.
1. Water newly planted trees.
2. Work with the field crew to perform urban canopy maintenance, such as pruning or removing trees, and perform associated tasks including site cleanup and safety procedures.
3. Brew and apply compost tea.
4. Perform basic City infrastructure pruning over sidewalks, roads, and street signs.
5. Capture work and update information in the tree inventory system.
6. Operate forestry machinery such as brush chipper, stump grinder, or grapple truck.
7. Work on project of choice with Supervisors assistance.
8. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates currently majoring in Forestry, Landscaping, Natural Resources, or related is preferred. Previous experience is not required as training will be provided.
Candidate must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
For full job description and to apply, please use this link:
https://cop.criterionhcm.com/jobs/481/1/#273