• Intern - Environmental Field Biology & Ecology…

    American Transmission Company (Cottage Grove, WI)


    Summary of Responsibilities:

    Start your career at a Top Workplace and be part of the energy transformation!

     

    ATC is a leading electric transmission utility, and we’re looking for passionate students to join our Environmental team. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in field biology, ecological monitoring, and environmental stewardship—while contributing to the future of energy.

    Essential Responsibilities:

    Key Responsibilities

    • Conduct field surveys to identify and monitor endangered and threatened butterfly and other pollinator species in transmission line corridors (80–90% of time)

    • Support environmental review and permitting processes with biological data and field observations (5–10%)

    • Perform data entry and reporting for ecological fieldwork, including GIS mapping and online documentation (5–10%)

    • Collaborate with utility industry professionals and environmental consultants through project work and networking

    • Contribute to the energy transition by supporting sustainable vegetation management practices

     

    What You’ll Bring

    You’re a student working toward a bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas (or a related field):

    _•_ Biology

    • Ecology

    • Environmental Science

    • Conservation

    • Natural Resources

    • Or related environmental fields

     

    You’re curious, detail-oriented, and passionate about conservation and sustainability. You enjoy working outdoors, collecting data, and contributing to environmental solutions that align with the needs of energy infrastructure.

     

    Why ATC?

     

    If you’re looking to grow your skills while supporting ecological research and making a difference in energy and environmental stewardship, apply today and bring your positive energy to ATC.

    Number of Openings Available:

    1

    Posting Date:

    2025-08-18

    Time Type:

    Full time

    Equal Opportunity Employer:

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    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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