Human Resources Intern

Interfor; Chase; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary living

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Interfor is seeking a Human Resources Intern at Adams Lake, British Columbia, to learn from forestry professionals and support HR activities on-site. The role includes recruitment support, records management, and coordination of training and events, with an anticipated 4- to 8-month term and travel to Castlegar and Grand Forks operations.

Reliable transportation is required. The position offers competitive intern compensation and may include temporary living and relocation assistance based on

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a recognized university or college program in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple deadlines.
• Clear, professional communication and teamwork with employees and leaders.
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruitment and onboarding activities.
• Maintain employee records and HR systems with accuracy.
• Provide admin support across relations, attendance, performance, and payroll tasks.
• Assist employees and supervisors with HR inquiries.
• Support HR reporting and analytics.
• Coordinate training, engagement, wellbeing initiatives, and site events.
• Assist with investigations and HR policy updates.

Skills

HR knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication

Discretion

Education

HR / Business Administration program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Human Resources Intern,Adams Lake, British Columbia

Readyto take whatyou’relearning in school and put it to work? AtInterfor,we’relooking for future leaders who are curious, hands-on,and eager to learn.You’llwork alongside experienced forestryprofessionals, build practical skills, and gain a better understanding of howplanning, fieldwork, safety, and responsible forest management support ourwoodlands operations. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, andlearning how forests are managed from planning through operations, this couldbe the summer opportunity for you! Thisis an on-site internship with an anticipated start date inMay.Ideally,you’llbe available for a 4- to 8-monthterm. Thisposition is based at our Adams Lake location and includes travel to ourCastlegar and Grand Forks operations. Reliable transportation is required.

What We Offer

At Interfor, you won’t spend your internship watching from the sidelines. You’ll have the opportunity tocontribute, grow, and build experience you can carry into your future career.We offer competitive compensation for interns, including:

• Salaries starting from $3,350 per month based on year in school
• Temporary living and relocation assistance as needed

WhatYou’ll Do

• Support full-cycle recruitment and onboarding, including job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, reference checks, offer documentation, new hire packages, and orientations.
• Maintain employee records and HR systems, ensuring information is accurate, organized, and handled confidentially.
• Provide administrative support across employee relations, attendance, performance management, accommodations, return-to-work, benefits, and payroll activities.
• Assist employees and supervisors with general HR inquiries, connecting them with the appropriate HR team member when needed.
• Support HR reporting and analytics by compiling and tracking information such as recruitment activity, turnover, absenteeism, and training participation.
• Help coordinate training, employee engagement, recognition, wellness initiatives, and site events.
• Assist with workplace investigations, policy and procedure updates, HR communications, presentations, and compliance-related initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR, Operations, Payroll, Safety, and other teams on regional and site projects focused on employee experience, continuous improvement, and business needs.

What You Offer

• You are currently enrolled or recently graduated from a recognized university or college program in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• You are organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• You communicate clearly and professionally, and enjoy working with employees, leaders, and candidates.
• You demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, and care when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• You have strong attention to detail and are comfortable working with data, records, and documentation.
• You are comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; experience with formulas, pivot tables, or reporting is an asset.
• You are curious, adaptable, and interested in learning about HR in an operational environment.

Who We Are

Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

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.