Title: Silviculture Intern Location: Chase, BC, Canada Posted Date: 9/3/2026
Description: JOB.TITLE, OU.LOCATION, CUSTOM.STATEReady 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 the work that supports responsible forestry and the wood products industry. If you enjoy working outdoors, exploring forested landscapes, and seeing how field decisions support forest renewal, this internship offers the chance to turn classroom learning into practical experience. 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 $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 DoGain hands-on experience supporting sustainable forest management and forest regeneration activities.Collect and analyze field data while learning how silviculture programs support healthy, productive forests.Use GPS and mapping tools to navigate forest areas and support forestry projects.Collaborate with forestry professionals and contractors to help monitor and support field operations.Build technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while gaining real-world experience in the field.What You OfferYou are currently enrolled in a recognized university or college forestry program.You have completed a field season or are interested in building practical silviculture experience.You are comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with GIS or GPS technology is an asset.You have a valid driver’s license.You are prepared to spend considerable time outdoors in a forested environment and travel over uneven terrain.You communicate clearly and can work effectively with employees, clients, and contractors. 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 sustainability to support both our people and our planet. Come spend your summer learning, contributing, and discovering where a career in forestry 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.
About Interfor
Interfor is a large lumber company based in Burnaby, British Columbia. It operates across North America and maintains a workforce of over 2,000 employees. The company focuses on the paper and forest product manufacturing industry. Over the last ten years, it has invested nearly 1 billion dollars into its facilities and production systems.
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