Land Operations NRM Intern at Pacific Gas And Electric Company

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

35.37

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Environmental Science, Data Collection, Desktop Analysis, Project Management, Field Work, Vegetation Management, Road Management, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Timberland Management, Water Quality, Hazard Tree Inventory

Industry

Utilities

Description

Requisition ID # 171678 Job Category: Internship / Rotation Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Energy Delivery Work Type: Hybrid Job Location: Auburn Department Overview Land Management includes a staff of approximately 300 land managers, surveyors, Registered Professional Foresters, land rights and acquisition specialists. Our goal is to ensure that PG&E’s lands are well managed, and our property rights are protected. Land Management works closely with state and federal regulators to protect the unique landscape and environmental resources found on these properties. The department will acquire and comply with all environmental permits required to conduct activities on these properties. Land Management’s work requires close integration with the land specialists, environmental scientists, Gas and Electric Operations, as well as with laws and regulatory regulations. We are also responsible for acquiring all necessary land rights for the company to safely operate and maintain its facilities. Position Summary The Land Operations NRM (Natural Resource Management) intern position will have exposure and the opportunity to support all of the teams within NRM, with a specific breakdown of tasks depending on the successful candidate’s background. Candidates should expect to spend up to 70% of their time in the field, at times in remote locations. Field work is likely to include a significant amount of hiking. The successful candidate will support the team in the following ways: Collecting field-based data to advance NRM program goals Performing desktop analysis of collected field data Shadowing our Land Program Managers while learning about forestry, timberland management, vegetation control, rural road management, and/ or designing roads for water quality Support in project management and execution for any of the above work streams Support with guidance documentation updates Assist setting up field projects including various vegetation treatments such as fuel reduction, hazard tree removals, brushing, and herbicide applications Field data collection could include the following: Road conditions assessment and inventory collection Bridge inventory support Operational data to support project set ups Hazard tree inventory for power generation, gas, and electric substation facilities Vegetation projects assessments and work verification PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity. The hourly rate for this position ranges from $20.88 to $35.37. Responsibilities Supporting Land Operations staff with: Project oversight Field data collection Data QC and desktop analysis Documentation review and updates Attend all team meetings and offsites Travel and field work may be required; up to 70% Qualifications Minimum: Qualified candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field at an accredited University Students must be continuing their education towards degree during and/or after the internship Must have a driver's license or obtain one at least 30 days prior to start date Desired: 3.0 GPA or greater in both cumulative GPA and major GPA 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 PG&E is unable to provide VISA sponsorship to students on an F-1, J-1 or other student visa for this position.

Responsibilities

The intern will support Land Operations staff by collecting field-based data and performing desktop analysis to advance natural resource management goals. Responsibilities also include shadowing program managers, assisting with project execution, and reviewing documentation.