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Must adhere to District Confidentiality (Confidentiality Statement will be signed and dated before internship commences.). Candidate must pass criminal background and Sex Offender Registry Checks.

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Position Type: Summer Internship Date Posted: 3/27/2026 Location: Maintenance Summer Internship: Maintenance SALARY: $15.00/hour WORK CALENDAR: 6 weeks FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Coordinator of Maintenance The complete job description is attached as a PDF. For questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources. Candidate must pass criminal background and Sex Offender Registry Checks. Must adhere to District Confidentiality (Confidentiality Statement will be signed and dated before internship commences.) Attachment(s): <ul><li>Summer Internship - Maintenance </li></ul>

Fairfield County School District

Summer Internship-Maintenance (High School and College Juniors/Seniors Only)

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Join Opterra Solutions for an 11-week, paid Summer Internship designed to give you real-world experience in the fast-growing Vegetation Management Services industry. If you're ready to work hard, learn fast, and grow your future, apply today and spend your summer building something that matters.

Grow your future. Get your hands dirty. Make a real impact. Looking for more than just a summer job? Join Opterra Solutions for an 11-week, paid Summer Internship designed to give you real-world experience in the fast-growing Vegetation Management Services industry. This is hands-on learning, leadership exposure, and field experience that sets you apart. Compensation & Schedule <ul><li>$15 per hour </li><li>Monday-Friday schedule (35-50 hours per week) </li><li>$40 per day per diem when overnight travel is required </li><li>Lodging provided for company-required travel </li></ul>What You'll Learn Industry Exposure The Vegetation Management industry partners with commercial and governmental entities through a variety of specialized services. You'll gain a clear understanding of our core services and how they operate within large-scale business-to-business environments. Business Development<ul><li>Identifying and securing customers </li><li>Promoting services and building relationships </li><li>Understanding pricing strategies </li><li>Managing and maintaining customer databases </li></ul>Operational & Project Management<ul><li>How contracts are sold, staffed, scheduled, and managed </li><li>Front-end job cost analysis </li><li>Back-end profit & loss evaluation </li><li>Budget management and revenue stream analysis </li><li>Time spent both in the office and the field to see the full operational lifecycle </li></ul>Field Experience (Hands-On Training) Work directly in our core service areas using our proven processes, equipment, and methodology. Core Services Include:<ul><li>Industrial Weed Control </li><li>Turfgrass Maintenance </li><li>Roadside Vegetation Management </li><li>Small-Routable Vegetation Management </li><li>Stormwater Maintenance & Repair </li><li>ECO Services </li></ul>Processes & Methodology Include:<ul><li>Herbicide mixing and application </li><li>Equipment and hand-tool utilization </li><li>Safety protocols and industry competencies </li></ul>Who Should Apply? We're looking for motivated current or rising college students pursuing degrees in: <ul><li>Business or Management </li><li>Agriculture / Agribusiness </li><li>Environmental Studies or related fields </li></ul>You must:<ul><li>Be 18+ years old </li><li>Be available full-time for 11 weeks </li><li>Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation </li><li>Be comfortable working outdoors in various conditions </li><li>Have basic computer skills (Email, Word, Excel) </li></ul> Why Choose Opterra? At Opterra, you won't just observe - you'll contribute. You'll leave with practical skills, industry knowledge, and leadership insight that prepares you for a meaningful career. If you're ready to work hard, learn fast, and grow your future, apply today and spend your summer building something that matters. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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