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City of Eden Prairie · 21 hours ago

Natural Resources Intern - Summer 2026

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$16/hr - $19/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

City of Eden Prairie is seeking a Natural Resources Intern for the summer of 2026. The intern will support the division by assisting with forestry activities and managing natural areas, including invasive species removal and planning environmental volunteer events.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Identifying, prioritizing and performing invasive species removal including herbicide treatments in natural areas. Will assist with planning and implementing of restoration projects and plant surveys

Respond to noxious weed/tall grass complaints by inspecting, documents and mailing notifications

Maintain records using Field Maps (ArcGIS)

Assist with planning and implementation of environmental volunteer events including tree plantings, invasive species removal, and harvesting native prairie seed

Aid in Forestry activities such as diseased tree program, maintaining newly planted and young trees & tree inventory

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City

Qualification

BotanyArcGISPesticide Applicators LicenseForestry ManagementEnvironmental ScienceOutdoor ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem Solving

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D) required

Working toward completion of a degree in Forestry & Natural Resources Management, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field is required

Required to have completed a general Botany course or similar to show ability for plant identification

Valid Driver's License and excellent driving record required

Proficient user of basic technology or MS Office required

Must have experience working in an outdoor environment

Have working knowledge of trees and plants

Be comfortable using herbicides is required

A valid Minnesota Department of Agriculture pesticide applicators license (Categories A, F, and J) is required within one month of employment

This position requires the ability to lift/carry/push/pull at least 30-50 lbs

Operate a motor vehicle

Read maps and compass

Walking on even surfaces and work under all weather conditions

Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City's evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment

Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, driver's license check, work verification and education verification if applicable