GRADCORPS - Forest Management Technician

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada offers an exciting internship as a Forest Management Technician through the GradCorps program. This one-year term position provides recent graduates with an opportunity to gain valuable experience in forestry, including data collection and analysis in diverse ecosystems. Applicants must hold a post-secondary degree or diploma in Forestry or related fields and be residents of Yukon or Yukon First Nations ancestry. The salary is $65,006 annually at 80% of the starting salary.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Forestry or natural resources.
• Coursework in forest mensuration, silviculture, forest management preferred.
• Experience with data entry and report writing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection related to timber harvesting.
• Assist with forestry operations, planning and research work.
• Work for a one-year term from May 2026 to May 2027.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills (Microsoft Word & Excel)

Attention to detail

Report writing skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Ability to work outdoors

Safe work practices

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Forestry or a related field

Tools

GPS

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

Job Summary and Requirements

Are you a post‑secondary grad ready to put your education and skills to work for the people of Yukon? The GradCorps program has exciting internships for you – the next generation who will make a difference.

Please see additional program eligibility information below.

The Yukon public service has a unique opportunity for recent graduates who have a post‑secondary diploma or degree but lack real‑world work experience. With GradCorps, you can kick‑start your career while putting your passion, ideas and energy to work with the Yukon public service.

The Department of Energy, Mines and Resources has a GradCorps opportunity for a Forest Management Technician. The intern will perform field data collection related to timber harvesting activities, monitoring projects and assist with data analysis. The participant will gain valuable forestry experience in a variety of ecosystems in Yukon in both summer and winter and participate in forestry operations, planning and research work.

This position will work for a one‑year term from approximately May 2026 to May 2027. The salary will be 80% of the starting salary – $65,006.

For more information on this program, please click here to visit the GradCorps information website, or email [e-mail].

Essential Qualifications

• A post‑secondary degree or diploma in Forestry or a natural resources related field.
• Preference will be given to those with coursework in: forest mensuration, silviculture, forest harvesting, forest operations, vegetation identification, GPS, GIS, forest management, ecology, forest science, soils.
• Experience with data entry is an asset.
• Experience with report writing and analysis is an asset.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word & Excel, Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Attention to detail
• Report writing skills
• Analytical thinking skills
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere and independently
• Enjoys working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Aptitude towards working safely in the field

Additional Information

Conditions of employment: Valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s license; pre‑employment medical clearance. Valid First Aid Certificate required within six months (training will be provided if required).

Job Requirements: Must be able/willing to travel throughout the Yukon. Available to work long hours, strong enough to carry heavy loads (field equipment, safety gear etc.) and be able to work/travel in a remote environment.

NOTE: To qualify for the GradCorps program

• Be a resident of Yukon or a person of Yukon First Nations ancestry*
• Have graduated with a diploma or degree from a recognized post‑secondary institution within the past two years (2024, 2025 or 2026 grads – all requirements for graduation must be complete before internship start date)
• Have little or no work experience in your field of study
• If you are a resident of Yukon who completed your studies outside of the territory, you may apply up to two years after graduation.

Eligibility List

• 12 months