Forestry Intern

Weyerhaeuser•Bingham, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Weyerhaeuser is offering internships to students in Forestry within our Northern Timberlands operation. The summer intern program is designed to give students a valuable learning experience, including exposure to different areas of operations such as forest measurements, GIS, silviculture, harvest and haul, operational planning, and road development. You will work with an individualized work plan and a personal sponsor. You will also be given ample feedback on your performance while having the opportunity to give feedback on ways to enhance the program.

Requirements

Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Postgraduate program in Forestry or related field of study at an accredited college or university
Must have completed your freshman year by the start of the internship (May 2027)
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Capable of meeting the demands of fieldwork, including safely lifting up to 50 lbs, operating ATVs and 4WD vehicles, and working in various weather conditions, from extreme heat to cold
Willingness to work in remote areas and perform tasks that may require standing, sitting, and walking for extended periods

Nice To Haves

Strong safety values and behaviors
A solid understanding of sound environmental practices
Previous experience in forestry operations
Ability to use a compass and/or GPS applications
Experience driving a pickup on varying terrains such as steep inclines, dirt roads, wet or snow-covered roads as well as towing a trailer
High initiative (self-motivated)
High integrity
Positive attitude
Strong communication skills
Creativity in problem solving
Excellent teamwork skills
Ability to initiate and follow through on projects
Good time-management abilities
Effective speaking and listening skills
Strong work ethic

Responsibilities

Exposure to different areas of operations such as forest measurements, GIS, silviculture, harvest and haul, operational planning, and road development.
Work with an individualized work plan and a personal sponsor.
Receive ample feedback on performance.
Provide feedback on ways to enhance the program.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Relocation benefits for qualifying candidates
An individualized work plan and clear expectations for the length of the internship
An opportunity for exposure to a broad base of professional forestry experiences
Feedback on their performance
A Weyerhaeuser sponsor at their location to help them integrate into the business unit as well as to acclimate to the community
Competitive compensation
An opportunity to provide feedback to help improve their own internship program
Potential opportunity to return to the same or different Weyerhaeuser location as an intern in 2028
Assessment for a full-time position upon graduation