Operations/Silviculture Intern

Interfor Corporation; Timmins; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Interfor Corporation in Timmins, Ontario, seeks an Operations/Silviculture Intern to gain hands-on experience in forest management and manufacturing operations. The role is on-site, with an anticipated May start for a 4–8 month term.

You will work with experienced professionals, collect field data, and participate in improving safety and efficiency. You are studying Forestry, Natural Resources, or a related program and are curious, practical, and safety-minded, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in Forestry, Natural Resources or related field.
• Curious, hands-on, and eager to learn in outdoor and industrial environments.
• Committed to safety and clear communication with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience supporting sustainable forest management and manufacturing operations.
• Explore forest regeneration, management, harvesting and transformation into wood products.
• Collect and analyze field and operational data to support decision-making and improvements.
• Collaborate with forestry, operations and production teams to promote safe, efficient practices.
• Build leadership, technical and analytical skills through meaningful projects.

Skills

Curious mindset

Hands-on learner

Strong communication

Education

Forestry or Natural Resources degree/diploma

Tools

GIS experience

GPS knowledge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operations/Silviculture Intern,Timmins/Elk Lake, Ontario

Ready
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 how people,
equipment, technology, and processes come together in a modern manufacturing
environment. If you enjoy solving problems, learning how things work, and
looking for better ways to get the job done, this could be the summer
opportunity for you!

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 from $3,700 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 Do

• Gain hands-on experience supporting both sustainable forest management and manufacturing operations.
• Explore how forests are regenerated, managed, harvested, and transformed into quality wood products.
• Collect and analyze field and operational data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with forestry, operations, and production teams to support safe, efficient, and responsible practices.
• Build leadership, technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while contributing to meaningful projects.

What You Offer

• You are working toward a degree or diploma in Forestry, Natural Resources, Wood Products Processing, Operations Management, Engineering, Environmental Studies, or a related program.
• You are curious, hands-on, and excited to learn in both outdoor and industrial environments.
• You are committed to maintaining a safe work environment without compromise.
• You communicate clearly and enjoy working with a variety of teams and stakeholders.
• You are comfortable using Microsoft Office applications; experience with GIS or GPS technology is considered an asset.
• You have a valid driver’s license and are comfortable working outdoors and around industrial operations.

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 sustainably to support both our
people and our planet. Come spend your summer learning, contributing,
and discovering where a career in the wood products industry 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.