About the role#
This is a temporary full-time internship for Summer 2027, running from mid-May to mid-August. You will work on-site in Cobleskill, New York, gaining hands-on experience in the forest products industry. This role focuses on project management, maintenance coordination, and leadership development within an industrial setting.
What you'll do#
- Identify safety equipment, locations, and emergency procedures.
- Participate in behavioral based safety programs.
- Execute a visual standards project.
- Collaborate with the maintenance team to complete small-scale improvement projects.
- Manage maintenance technicians to assist in project implementation under department supervision.
- Learn to use the Enterprise One system for maintenance coordination.
- Investigate and resolve small production-related deviations.
- Communicate with vendors and contractors to obtain quotes and make business decisions.
- Identify potential project roadblocks and propose solutions.
- Direct small crews and present ideas or problems to leadership.
- Develop and deliver a final presentation on your summer accomplishments and learning.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least your first year of post-secondary education.
- Current enrollment in an Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Power Engineering (or Engineering Technology) program.
- Good academic standing.
- A hard-working and motivated approach to your work.
Location & details#
- Location: Cobleskill, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027 (mid-May to mid-August).
- Compensation: This position is paid and includes a housing stipend, uniforms, and an end-of-season incentive bonus.
About J.D. Irving, Limited
J.D. Irving, Limited is a family-owned company founded in 1882. It operates across Canada and the United States in sectors including forestry, shipbuilding, retail, and food processing. The company maintains head offices in Saint John and Moncton, New Brunswick. It employs over 10,000 people across its diverse business segments.
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