What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tree Project Intern position at City of Bend?
About The Role
The City of Bend is accepting applications for two (2) temporary, part-time Tree Project Interns in the Community Development Department. These are hourly, non-exempt (overtime eligible), non-represented positions. The City may use this job posting to create an eligibility list for future hiring purposes. Please review the entire job posting, including the application requirements at the end.
Bend Tree Project Interns will play a meaningful role in accurately inventorying trees in the City’s right-of-way and on City property. The data will become an important inventory as part of the City’s GIS database and be used to better manage the City’s urban forest in the future. With guidance from the City’s Urban Forester, Interns will gain experience assessing and auditing GIS tree data collected by volunteers. The work will require frequent field work as well as data editing work indoors. It may be done individually or in teams. The time commitment is between 24 and 40 hours per week and the expected duration is early June 2026 through early September 2026 with some flexibility.
What You'll Do
The following duties are a sample of major duties performed in this role and not intended to be an exhaustive list.
We’re looking for motivated individuals that have a desire to learn and an interest in Bend’s urban canopy. Bend Tree Project Interns must be clear communicators with the ability to review volunteer notes and document corrections or flag issues clearly for arborist review. Ideal candidates will have some familiarity with local tree genera and species, strong observational skills and the ability to visually assess trees and notice discrepancies between recorded data and on-site conditions. The position requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Situational awareness is critical when working in active rights-of-way. Knowledge of PPE and safety protocols is required, and safety training will be provided. Important components of this work are completed in the field, so Tree Project Interns must be able to work outdoors for extended periods in varied weather conditions.
Candidates who meet the listed minimum qualifications, including an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for an interview. Please ensure your application includes information about your education, relevant paid and unpaid work experience, and applicable licenses and certifications. Avoid referencing your resume in the job duties section of the application.
Minimum Qualifications
The Minimum Qualifications should include a bulleted list of qualifications including required education and experience.
Application Deadline: Applications must be received by April 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon) Pacific Time, or until 50 applications have been received, whichever occurs first, to be considered for this selection process.
Application Requirements: To be considered for an interview, applicants must complete an online application including the following attachments (failure to include required attachments may result in disqualification):
Equity Statement: The City of Bend remains committed to building a workforce that advances diversity and inclusion within our community and all we do. We recognize that not everyone starts from the same place, and that gender, race, ability, sexual orientation, and other identities face different barriers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where employees can thrive without these barriers. A more extended version of the City of Bend’s Organizational Equity Statement is available upon request.
Benefits: This temporary position is eligible for a limited benefits package including employee-only health benefits and paid sick leave. Details are available on the benefits tab of the job posting under the Temporary Medical Only Benefits heading.
Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the City of Bend, we don't just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
The City of Bend is accepting applications for two (2) temporary, part-time Tree Project Interns in the Community Development Department. These are hourly, non-exempt (overtime eligible), non-represented positions. The City may use this job posting to create an eligibility list for future hiring purposes. Please review the entire job posting, including the application requirements at the end.
Bend Tree Project Interns will play a meaningful role in accurately inventorying trees in the City’s right-of-way and on City property. The data will become an important inventory as part of the City’s GIS database and be used to better manage the City’s urban forest in the future. With guidance from the City’s Urban Forester, Interns will gain experience assessing and auditing GIS tree data collected by volunteers. The work will require frequent field work as well as data editing work indoors. It may be done individually or in teams. The time commitment is between 24 and 40 hours per week and the expected duration is early June 2026 through early September 2026 with some flexibility.
What You'll Do
The following duties are a sample of major duties performed in this role and not intended to be an exhaustive list.
- Assess GIS tree data collected by volunteers for completeness - note gaps, repetitions or missed sections, add/remove individual trees and planting spots
- Check allocated tree locations for spatial accuracy, edit as needed
- Check tree genus and species for accuracy, edit as needed
- Check measured tree diameters, edit as needed
- Assess accuracy of tree conditions, edit as needed
- Evaluate tree maintenance need recorded, edit as needed
- Check volunteer notes if any and request arborist follow up if needed
We’re looking for motivated individuals that have a desire to learn and an interest in Bend’s urban canopy. Bend Tree Project Interns must be clear communicators with the ability to review volunteer notes and document corrections or flag issues clearly for arborist review. Ideal candidates will have some familiarity with local tree genera and species, strong observational skills and the ability to visually assess trees and notice discrepancies between recorded data and on-site conditions. The position requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Situational awareness is critical when working in active rights-of-way. Knowledge of PPE and safety protocols is required, and safety training will be provided. Important components of this work are completed in the field, so Tree Project Interns must be able to work outdoors for extended periods in varied weather conditions.
Candidates who meet the listed minimum qualifications, including an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for an interview. Please ensure your application includes information about your education, relevant paid and unpaid work experience, and applicable licenses and certifications. Avoid referencing your resume in the job duties section of the application.
Minimum Qualifications
The Minimum Qualifications should include a bulleted list of qualifications including required education and experience.
- High School Diploma or GED certificate AND
- Current college student
- OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
- Current and valid driver's license
- Familiarity with GIS forestry applications and arboriculture
Application Deadline: Applications must be received by April 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon) Pacific Time, or until 50 applications have been received, whichever occurs first, to be considered for this selection process.
Application Requirements: To be considered for an interview, applicants must complete an online application including the following attachments (failure to include required attachments may result in disqualification):
- Resume
Equity Statement: The City of Bend remains committed to building a workforce that advances diversity and inclusion within our community and all we do. We recognize that not everyone starts from the same place, and that gender, race, ability, sexual orientation, and other identities face different barriers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where employees can thrive without these barriers. A more extended version of the City of Bend’s Organizational Equity Statement is available upon request.
Benefits: This temporary position is eligible for a limited benefits package including employee-only health benefits and paid sick leave. Details are available on the benefits tab of the job posting under the Temporary Medical Only Benefits heading.
Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the City of Bend, we don't just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.