Posted 2 months ago
Operations Intern
@ Interfor
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Overview
Interfor is hiring an Operations Intern for an on-site summer internship at its Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario sawmill, starting in May for a 4 to 8 month term. The intern works alongside experienced operations staff on process improvement, production efficiency and data analysis in a modern manufacturing environment. Pay starts at $3,700 per month based on school year and experience, with a temporary living allowance for those relocating.
Pay:
From $3,700 a month
Responsibilities:
- Gain hands-on experience in a sawmill production environment
- Explore production processes and team workflows
- Contribute to process improvement and efficiency projects
- Analyze data to identify improvement opportunities
- Work alongside experienced operations professionals
Requirements summary:
- Enrolled in a wood products, business, operations, engineering or supply chain program
- Committed to a safe work environment
- Clear communicator who works across departments
- Comfortable with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- Curious, hands-on and willing to ask questions
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol, criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Wood Products Processing, Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical 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 |
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| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
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Operations Intern, Sault Ste. Marie, 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 a 4- to 8-month 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 $3,700 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 in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and learn how a modern sawmill operates.
- Explore production processes and discover how teams work together to safely produce quality wood products.
- Contribute to projects focused on process improvement, operational efficiency, and production performance.
- Analyze data and observations to identify opportunities for improvement across mill operations.
- Work alongside experienced operations professionals while building leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
What You Offer
- You are working toward a degree or diploma in Wood Products Processing, Business, Operations Management, Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical), Supply Chain, or another industry-related program.
- You are committed to maintaining a safe work environment without compromise.
- You are curious, hands-on, and interested in learning how a manufacturing operation works.
- You communicate clearly and enjoy working with employees across different teams and departments.
- You are comfortable reviewing information, asking questions, and helping solve problems.
- You are comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
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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