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Utilities
Welcome to Fort Collins Utilities Volunteer and Activities Page!
Fort Collins Utilities offers volunteer and internship opportunities throughout the year. All positions are unpaid, unless otherwise noted. To explore paid opportunities visit City of Fort Collins Jobs Page
If you are interested in an activity as a participant (not a volunteer), sign up in the "Upcoming Activities" at the bottom of this page.
Current Volunteer/Internship Opportunities:
Internships:
Community Engagement Internship (unpaid)
One-Time Volunteering:
Check out the "Upcoming Activities" section below for future scheduled opportunities, or contact us to request a volunteer event for a group.
For more information on volunteering, please contact [email protected]
Upcoming Activities Calendar
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Utility Savings Made Simple
Monday, 12 October 2026 | 12:00 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredEver wonder what happens when you turn on the tap or flip a light switch? Behind every drop of water and every kilowatt of electricity is a complex system working around the clock to keep Fort Collins running. In this interactive course, you'l... more |
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Art of Utilities Walking Tour
Wednesday, 14 October 2026 | 05:00 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredHave you ever wondered what’s inside Old Town’s painted power boxes—or how public art and essential city services come together? Join us for a 90-minute guided tour and discussion highlighting the connection between Fort Collins Utilities and the ... more |
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Sustainable Landscape Series: Xeriscaping 101
Wednesday, 03 February 2027 | 05:30 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredThis class will provide an overview of xeriscaping and low water landscaping for beginners including site assessment, tips for designing, lawn removal, irrigation considerations, installation, maintenance and weed control. You will learn how to ch... more |
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Sustainable Landscape Series: Xeriscaping for Shade
Tuesday, 09 February 2027 | 05:30 PM | 222 Laporte AveOne of the most common challenges in Fort Collins is gardening in the shade. We love our trees, and creating a garden in shady oasis doesn’t have to be difficult. In this class we will focus on shade: how to increase light with selective pruning, ... more |
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Sustainable Landscape Series: Landscaping for Pollinators
Wednesday, 24 February 2027 | 05:30 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredPollinator gardening has become increasing popular and for good reason. Pollinator populations are declining and gardens provide critical habitat in urban areas. This class will highlight best practices for pollinator-friendly landscaping. We will... more |
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Sustainable Landscape Series: Landscape Design Workshop
Tuesday, 09 March 2027 | 05:30 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredBegin planning your dream landscape in this hands-on workshop with professional landscape designer, Desneige Sodano. We’ll begin the design process while reviewing how to determine the best areas for landscape conversions and choose plants that wi... more |
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Sustainable Landscape Series: Converting Irrigation from Spray to Drip
Wednesday, 31 March 2027 | 05:30 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredCurious about converting your bluegrass yard to a native or low-water garden but uncertain about how to irrigate it? If you have an existing irrigation system with a spray zone for watering grass, you can save water and money in your new xeriscape... more |
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Accepting Applications for the following Volunteer Types:
- Environmental Regulatory Affairs Internship
- General Fort Collins Utilities Volunteer Application
- Xeriscape Garden Club
Fill out an application to get involved. We look forward to hearing from you!
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