Forestry Intern

Description 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. Weyerhaeuser offers interns a competitive compensation package.

Available locations include:
Bingham, Maine and Lancaster, New Hampshire. These positions are temporary, full-time roles with a tentative start date of early May 2027 and ending late August 2027.Students will receive:

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 performanceA 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

Qualifications

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

Preferred

Skills and Experience:

Strong safety values and behaviorsA 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

Successful candidates will also have:

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

Compensation:
Weyerhaeuser offers a competitive compensation package. The specific compensation will be commensurate with the experience and capabilities of the successful candidate. Weyerhaeuser offers relocation benefits for qualifying candidates.

About Timberlands We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.

For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.

About Weyerhaeuser We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

Job Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction Primary Location USA-ME-Bingham Other Locations USA-NH-Lancaster Schedule Full-time

Job Level Entry Level Job Type Internship Shift Day (1st)
Relocation Assistance Available