Posted 11 hours ago
Forestry Operations Intern
@ Interfor
Ontario
Overview
Interfor is hiring a Forestry Operations Intern in Elk Lake, Ontario, for an on-site internship with a May start, available for up to a one-year term. The intern supports forestry operations and sustainable forest management, learning how harvesting, planning, silviculture and mill operations connect, while collecting and analyzing field data with GPS and mapping tools. The posting offers salaries from $3,350 per month plus a temporary living allowance for interns relocating to the area.
Pay:
From $3,350 a month
Responsibilities:
- Support forestry operations and sustainable forest management
- Collect, organize and analyze field or operational data
- Use GPS, mapping tools and operational information
- Collaborate with forestry professionals, contractors and operations teams
Requirements summary:
- Enrolled in forestry, natural resources, engineering or related program
- Valid driver's licence
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- GIS or GPS experience an asset
- Comfortable working outdoors over uneven terrain
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-06
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol, criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Forestry, Forestry Operations, Wood Products Processing, Operations Management, Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Home office allowance |
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Interfor
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Full company description
Interfor is where excellence meets opportunity. We invest in your success by positioning you alongside the best people in top quartile mill facilities located in great communities across North America. In the past decade, we’ve infused close to $1 billion into modern facilities and systems that employ the latest technologies. Interfor is one of the largest, most diverse lumber companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success. ---- Interfor, c'est la où l'excellence rencontre l'opportunité. Nous investissons dans votre réussite en vous plaçant aux côtés des meilleurs collaborateurs dans des scieries de premier ordre situées dans de grandes communautés à travers l'Amérique du Nord. Au cours de la dernière décennie, nous avons investi près d'un milliard de dollars dans des installations et des systèmes modernes qui utilisent les technologies les plus récentes. Interfor est l'une des entreprises de bois les plus importantes et les plus diversifiées au monde et nous nous développons dans des directions passionnantes. Venez participer à notre succès !
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Interfor is where excellence meets opportunity. We invest in your success by positioning you alongside the best people in top quartile mill facilities located in great communities across North America. In the past decade, we’ve infused close to $1 billion into modern facilities and systems that employ the latest technologies. Interfor is one of the largest, most diverse lumber companies in the world and we’re…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 112 |
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Forestry Operations Intern, Elk Lake, Ontario
Ready
to take what you’re learning in school and put it to work? At
Interfor, we’re looking for future leaders who are curious, hands-on,
and eager to learn. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals,
build practical skills, and gain a better understanding of how people,
equipment, technology, and processes come together in a modern manufacturing
environment. If you enjoy solving problems, learning how things work, and
looking for better ways to get the job done, this could be the summer
opportunity for you!
This
is an on-site internship with an anticipated start date in
May. Ideally, you’ll be available for up to a 1 year term.
What We Offer
At Interfor,
you won’t spend your internship watching from the sidelines. You’ll have the
opportunity to contribute, grow, and build experience you can carry into your
future career. We offer competitive compensation for interns, including:
- Salaries
starting from $3,350 per month (based on your year in
school and previous experience). - Temporary
living allowance for
interns moving to the area for the role.
What You’ll Do
- Gain hands-on experience supporting both forestry operations and sustainable forest management activities.
- Explore how harvesting, forest planning, silviculture, and mill operations work together to support the wood products supply chain.
- Collect, organize, and analyze field or operational data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Use GPS, mapping tools, and operational information to support forestry and production-related projects.
- Collaborate with forestry professionals, contractors, and operations teams while gaining exposure to both field and manufacturing environments.
What You Offer
- You are working toward a degree or diploma in Forestry, Forestry Operations, Wood Products Processing, Operations Management, Engineering, Natural Resources, or another related program.
- You are committed to maintaining a safe work environment without compromise.
- You enjoy both outdoor fieldwork and working with data, technology, and operational processes. (Suggested combined wording based on both roles.)
- You are comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with GIS or GPS technology is an asset.
- You communicate clearly and enjoy collaborating with employees, contractors, and teams across different areas of the business.
- You have a valid driver’s licence and are prepared to work outdoors in varying conditions and travel over uneven terrain when required.
Who We Are
At Interfor, our culture is built on integrity, respect, and
collaboration. We believe in giving students meaningful experience, supporting
career development, and operating sustainably to support both our
people and our planet. Come spend your summer learning, contributing,
and discovering where a career in the wood products industry could take you. Learn
more at interfor.com.
We
appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an
interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must
successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor
is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse
workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national
origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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