Forestry Student - Woodlands

Stella-Jones; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products is seeking Summer Students for its Woodlands division in Salmon Arm, British Columbia. This role offers hands-on experience in forestry, including road and block layout, timber cruising, and silviculture surveys. Ideal candidates are full-time students with a passion for the outdoors and some familiarity with forestry. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Career minded, full-time student with an interest in forestry.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Previous forestry experience would be a significant asset.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure and hands-on experience in road and block layout.
• Participate in timber cruising and silviculture surveys.

Skills

Team oriented

Good communication skills

Physically fit for varied terrain

Enjoy working outdoors

Familiarity with GPS technology

Education

Full-time student

Job description

Overview

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact.

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

Position

Stella-Jones is seeking one highly motivated Summer Students for its Woodlands division based out of Salmon Arm, British Columbia. The position start is May 4, 2026 - August 28, 2026. Under the supervision and coaching of experienced Forest Processionals, the successful candidates will gain exposure and hands-on experience to various aspects of road and block layout, timber cruising and silviculture surveys on some of most diverse terrain in B.C. Stella-Jones offers a competitive salary and benefit package.

Qualifications

• Career minded, full time student with an interest in forestry;
• Team oriented with good communication skills;
• Must be physically fit for varied terrain and enjoy working outdoors;
• Valid drivers license;
• Familiarity with GPS technology;
• Any previous forestry experience would be a significant asset
• First aid level 2 would also be considered an asset

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.