Intern-Vegetation Management Summer 2027

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Cottage Grove, WI, USA
In-Office
23-27 Hourly
Internship
Utilities
The Role
Supports utility vegetation management through field inspections, vegetation-condition documentation, GIS map and record updates, contractor oversight observation, and exposure to integrated vegetation management and regulatory standards. The internship provides outdoor, hands-on experience connecting environmental practices, sustainability, compliance, and electric-grid reliability.
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Summary of Responsibilities:

About the Role
Start your career at a Great Place to Work and join ATC’s Vegetation Management team to support field inspections and environmental data collection that help keep the grid safe and reliable. You’ll gain exposure to utility right-of-way practices and learn how vegetation management intersects with sustainability and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct field inspections and document vegetation conditions using mobile tools
• Update GIS maps and internal records
• Observe contractor interactions and field oversight
• Learn about integrated vegetation management and regulatory standards
What You Bring
• Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, or related field
• Interest in sustainability or utility operations
• Willingness to work outdoors
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with GIS or eagerness to learn
• Valid driver’s license

Essential Responsibilities:

Why ATC as an Intern


Purpose-Driven Work
Your work matters. As an intern at ATC, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that help power everyday life and support the future of the electric grid.

People-Centric Culture
We are difference makers. At ATC, you'll work alongside supportive teammates who value collaboration, encourage questions, and are invested in helping you succeed.

Flexibility & Balance
We understand that academics, extracurriculars, and personal commitments are important. Our internship experience is designed to provide flexibility while helping you gain valuable professional experience.

Learning & Development
Internships at ATC are built around growth. You'll gain hands-on experience, receive guidance from experienced professionals, and develop skills that prepare you for future career opportunities.

Real-World Experience
From day one, you'll work on meaningful assignments, participate in team discussions, and contribute ideas that make an impact. We believe the best learning happens through doing.

Innovation in Action
The energy industry is evolving, and ATC plays a critical role in shaping its future. As an intern, you'll gain exposure to industry challenges, emerging technologies, and innovative solutions that support a reliable electric grid.

Connections That Last
Build relationships with professionals across the organization, expand your network, and gain insights into a variety of career paths within the energy industry.

A Shared Future
We're committed to creating an environment where interns can learn, contribute, and thrive. Your ideas, perspectives, and contributions help shape our future while building the foundation for you


The pay range for this position is $23-27/hr.  The pay range is a general guideline. Employment offers are evaluated individually and consider qualifications, experience and academic achievements.

Number of Openings Available:

1

Posting Date:

2026-09-11

Time Type:

Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Applicants have rights under employment laws.  

ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together.  We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. 

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Skills Required

  • Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, or a related field
  • Interest in sustainability or utility operations
  • Willingness to work outdoors
  • Strong communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Familiarity with GIS or eagerness to learn GIS
  • Valid driver's license
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The Company
HQ: Pewaukee, WI
716 Employees

What We Do

ATC is connecting you with a sustainable energy future. We are a transmission-only electric utility that helps keep the lights on, businesses running and communities strong in portions of Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois. As an owner and operator of almost 10,000 miles of transmission lines and more than 560 substations, we help meet the power needs of more than 5 million customers in Midwestern communities. Our mission is to perfect our business and lead the transition to a sustainable energy future. We live a culture of one team – connected by purpose, curiosity and positive energy. We are guided by our values: We Care, We Challenge, We Commit, We Communicate, We Compete and We Celebrate

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