Silviculture Intern

Interfor; Chase; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaries starting $3,350 per month

Temporary living allowance

Job summary

Interfor is seeking a Silviculture Intern for Adams Lake, BC, an on-site internship with a May start. The four-to-eight-month role offers hands-on field experience in forest management and regeneration, working alongside professionals to build practical skills in a real-world setting.

You will gain exposure to GPS/mapping, data collection, and collaboration with contractors, while developing technical and analytical abilities for future forestry careers.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a recognized university or college forestry program.
• Field season completed or interested in building practical silviculture experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; GIS/GPS is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to spend considerable time outdoors and travel on uneven terrain.
• Clear communication and ability to work with employees, clients, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience supporting sustainable forest management and forest regeneration activities.
• Collect and analyze field data while learning how silviculture programs support healthy, productive forests.
• Use GPS and mapping tools to navigate forest areas and support forestry projects.
• Collaborate with forestry professionals and contractors to help monitor and support field operations.
• Build technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while gaining real-world experience in the field.

Skills

Fieldwork experience

Outdoor work readiness

Strong communication

Driver's license

Education

Enrolled in a forestry program

Tools

GIS

GPS

Excel

Word

Job description

Silviculture Intern, Adams Lake, British Columbia

Ready to take whatyou’re learning in school and put it to work? At Interfor, we’re looking forfuture leaders who are curious, hands-on, and eager to learn. You’ll workalongside experienced professionals, build practical skills, and gain a betterunderstanding of the work that supports responsible forestry and the woodproducts industry. If you enjoy working outdoors, exploring forestedlandscapes, and seeing how field decisions support forest renewal, thisinternship offers the chance to turn classroom learning into practicalexperience. This is an on-siteinternship with an anticipated start date in May. Ideally, you’ll be availablefor a 4 to 8 month term.

What We Offer

At Interfor, you won’t spend yourinternship 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 $3,350 per month (based on your year in school and previous experience).
• Temporary living allowance for interns moving to the area for the role.

WhatYou’ll Do

• Gain hands-on experience supporting sustainable forest management and forest regeneration activities.
• Collect and analyze field data while learning how silviculture programs support healthy, productive forests.
• Use GPS and mapping tools to navigate forest areas and support forestry projects.
• Collaborate with forestry professionals and contractors to help monitor and support field operations.
• Build technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while gaining real-world experience in the field.

WhatYou Offer

• You are currently enrolled in a recognized university or college forestry program.
• You have completed a field season or are interested in building practical silviculture experience.
• You are comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with GIS or GPS technology is an asset.
• You have a valid driver’s license.
• You are prepared to spend considerable time outdoors in a forested environment and travel over uneven terrain.
• You communicate clearly and can work effectively with employees, clients, and contractors.

WhoWe Are

At Interfor, our culture is built on integrity,respect, and collaboration. We believe in giving students meaningfulexperience, supporting career development, and operating sustainability tosupport both our people and our planet. Come spend your summer learning,contributing, and discovering where a career in forestry could take you. Learnmore 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.