Forestry Field Intern: Outdoor GIS, Data & Scholarship

American Forest Management; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start and end dates

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

American Forest Management is offering a 2027 Summer Internship in Farmington, ME. You will collaborate with experienced foresters on inventory work, timber sale layout, streamside buffers, inspections, GIS/GPS applications, and tract inspections.

You will gain hands-on field experience outdoors, develop data analysis and navigation skills, and receive mentorship from professionals committed to your growth. Flexible start/end dates and competitive hourly pay are part of the program.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, or related field.
• Interest in consulting forestry as a career.
• Experience in forest inventory is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word; GIS/GPS familiarity is beneficial.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experienced foresters on inventory work, timber sale layout, streamside buffer delineation, harvesting inspections, GIS/GPS applications, and tract inspections.
• Immerse yourself in the outdoors while developing critical thinking, data analysis, and field navigation skills.
• Receive personalized training and one-on-one mentorship from professionals who are invested in your growth.
• Gain hands-on exposure to a diverse portfolio of forestry services, tools, and technologies.

Skills

Excel/Word proficiency

GIS/GPS familiarity

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Pursuing degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, or related field

Tools

GIS software

GPS

Job description

American Forest Management is offering a 2027 Summer Internship in Farmington, ME. You will collaborate with experienced foresters on inventory work, timber sale layout, streamside buffers, inspections, GIS/GPS applications, and tract inspections.

You will gain hands-on field experience outdoors, develop data analysis and navigation skills, and receive mentorship from professionals committed to your growth. Flexible start/end dates and competitive hourly pay are part of the program.