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As the nation’s first statewide, “transmission only” company, VELCO manages the safe, reliable, cost-effective transmission of electric power throughout Vermont and as a part of the integrated New England regional network.
Why you should join our team
Serve at the heart of grid transformation amidst stunning scenery in a safe, supportive environment. VELCO is committed to the safety of our people, grid reliability, and creating a sustainable Vermont.
VELCO’s Advancing Grid Intelligence through Learning Experiences (AGILE) Program is a summer internship opportunity for undergraduate and graduate college students. Based on principles of agile project management, AGILE Interns will make meaningful and tangible contributions to VELCO’s strategic projects to protect reliability and affordability of the transmission system.
How you will make an impact
We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Vegetation Management Intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in supporting field and analytical activities that help ensure vegetation near VELCO’s transmission lines are identified, managed, and maintained in accordance with established standards and cycles.
In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience with field work, environmental awareness, GIS technology, data analysis and relationship building while contributing directly to the reliability of Vermont’s electric grid.
Examples include:
- Vegetation inventory and field assessment.
- Treatment polygon and landowner data management.
- CCAA plot activities.
- Signoff and foot patrol.
- Data analysis and reporting.
Who you are
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, arboriculture, GIS, or a related field
Knowledge/Skills
Basic understanding of vegetation management, forestry, arboriculture, or natural resource practices. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Eagerness to learn and contribute to a collaborative environment.
Physical & Mental Demands
This position requires significant field work and the ability to safely navigate transmission rights-of-way, wooded areas, uneven terrain, steep slopes, and other outdoor environments. The position may require: Walking extended distances through wooded and uneven terrain. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing over natural obstacles. Working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Carrying field equipment and technology.
Work Environment
- Collaborative, cross-functional team environment
- Open office setting and dog friendly
- Opportunity to work closely with engineering, finance, and operations
- Mission-driven organization supporting critical energy infrastructure
The selected candidate will need to live in close proximity to Rutland, Vermont during the 10 week summer internship program. VELCO does not provide housing or financial housing assistance. Reliable transportation required.
Compensation Range:
$15.00 - $18.50 - $22.00/hourThis compensation range represents the minimum, midpoint and maximum pay for this position. Individual offers will be based on various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, education, skills, competencies, and experience. Please note that most offers for new employees fall under the midpoint of the range, allowing room for continued salary growth. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package, which may also include comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off and incentive compensation (bonus) potential.
Important Considerations
Visit Velco.com for additional information on VELCO culture, benefits, and the recruiting process.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and ALL qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
VELCO is handling all aspects of talent acquisition internally and will not engage the services of third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters. We kindly request that these entities refrain from contacting us.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful reference check, background check (including social media check), physical examination, drug screening.
If you need an accommodation as part of the application or interview process, please send a request to [email protected]
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, arboriculture, GIS, or a related field
- Basic understanding of vegetation management, forestry, arboriculture, or natural resource practices
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to safely navigate transmission rights-of-way, wooded areas, uneven terrain, steep slopes, and outdoor environments
- Ability to walk extended distances, stand, bend, and climb over natural obstacles
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and carry field equipment and technology
- Live in close proximity to Rutland, Vermont during the 10-week summer internship
- Reliable transportation
What We Do
VELCO is Vermont’s statewide electric transmission provider whose sights are set on creating a sustainable Vermont through our people, assets, relationships and operating model. Formed in 1956 when local Vermont utilities established the nation’s first “transmission only” company to access clean hydro power from New York, VELCO remains unique in two important ways: 1. Our ownership comprises the state’s 17 distribution utilities and a public benefits corporation; and, 2. our for-profit status is structured to return cooperative-like value to our owners, their customers, and every Vermonter. VELCO’s system now includes: 740 miles of transmission lines; 55 substations, switching stations and terminal facilities; 13,000 acres of rights-of-way; a statewide emergency service radio system; and, a 1,600-mile fiber optic network that monitors and controls the electric system and helps to deliver broadband services to Vermonters. Headquartered in Rutland, Vermont, VELCO employees strive to give Vermont’s utilities and their customers a reliable high-voltage grid, a strong unified voice on regional energy issues, and continued access to safe, reliable, cost-effective electricity.
