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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:
Tara Muller
Sr. Community Engagement Coordinator
970-305-0775
Featured Activities
Conservation That Pays
Thursday, 26 March 2026 | 09:30 AM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration Required
Would you like to lower your utility bills? Interested in practical, low-cost steps to conserve r...
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Pedals and Panels
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 | 04:00 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration Required
Do you want to learn more about producing sustainable energy, or how to produce power on your own...
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Pollinator Garden at Lee Martinez Park
Sat 04/19, Sat 05/10, Sat 06/07, Sat 08/09, Thu 05/14, Wed 06/17, Wed 07/22
We are looking for a small group of volunteers to maintain the pollinator garden at Lee Martinez
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Conservation That Pays
Mon 03/23, Thu 03/26
Learn how to save money on your utility bill through behavioral changes and utility programs.
MoreXeriscape Demo Garden Volunteer Day
Thursday, 02 April 2026 | 10:00 AM | City Hall - Xeriscape Demonstration Garden
The Xeriscape Demonstration Garden volunteers meet on Thursday mornings through the growing seaso...
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Conservation That Pays
Monday, 23 March 2026 | 05:30 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredWould you like to lower your utility bills? Interested in practical, low-cost steps to conserve resources and save money? Join Utilities Education Staff for an overview of simple strategies to save energy and water, including everyday actions,... more |
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Water Demand Calculator Training
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 | 12:00 PM | On-Line | Registration RequiredJoin us to learn how to use the Water Demand Calculator, which will be required for new residential developments of 3 or more units starting April 1, 2026. This is an online training that will be recorded and shared. Please register for the event ... more |
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Sustainable Landscape Series: Xeriscaping with Trees in Mind: Dry Shade & Parkways
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 | 05:30 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredIn this class, led by professional landscape designer, Desneige Sodano, we will focus on gardening and plant choices for challenging sites including small spaces like parkway strips and under trees in dry shade. Arborists from the City Forestry te... more |
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Conservation That Pays
Thursday, 26 March 2026 | 09:30 AM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredWould you like to lower your utility bills? Interested in practical, low-cost steps to conserve resources and save money? Join Utilities Education Staff for an overview of simple strategies to save energy and water, including everyday actions,... more |
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Pedals and Panels
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 | 04:00 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredDo you want to learn more about producing sustainable energy, or how to produce power on your own property? Have you ever wondered how you can do that on buildings that have historic value? This bike tour is for you! We’ll start with a quick o... more |
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2026 Xeriscape Demo Garden Activities
Thursday, 02 April 2026 | 10:00 AM | City Hall - Xeriscape Demonstration Garden5 assignments unfilledmore |
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Xeriscape Demo Garden Volunteer Day
Thursday, 09 April 2026 | 10:00 AM | City Hall - Xeriscape Demonstration GardenThe Xeriscape Demonstration Garden volunteers meet on Thursday mornings through the growing season to maintain the waterwise demonstration garden outside City Hall. We work on a variety of projects including planting, cutting down old plant materi... 8 assignments unfilledmore |
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Xeriscape Demo Garden Volunteer Day
Thursday, 16 April 2026 | 10:00 AM | City Hall - Xeriscape Demonstration GardenThe Xeriscape Demonstration Garden volunteers meet on Thursday mornings through the growing season to maintain the waterwise demonstration garden outside City Hall. We work on a variety of projects including planting, cutting down old plant materi... 8 assignments unfilledmore |
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Sustainable Landscape Series: Irrigation & Converting Your Sprinkler System to Drip
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 | 05:30 PM | 222 Laporte Ave | Registration RequiredCurious about converting your yard to a native or xeriscape garden? If you have an existing irrigation system with a spray zone for watering grass, you can save water and money in your new xeriscape by converting it to drip irrigation. Join us for... more |
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EcoFest 10:00AM - 1:00PM (staff working hours are 6-2)
Saturday, 06 June 2026 | 06:00 AM | Washington ParkAre you wanting to learn more about your community’s sustainability and climate initiatives? Join us for FoCo EcoFest, an environmentally-focused and free event happening on June 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Washington Park. Delve into the City... 8 assignments unfilledmore |
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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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