Hands-On Maintenance Intern | Sawmill Ops, May 2027

Interfor; DeQuincy (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Interfor DeQuincy, Louisiana, offers a summer Maintenance Intern program that provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll learn how industrial maintenance supports safe, reliable, and efficient operations, working side‑by‑side with experienced professionals.

This on-site internship starts in May 2027 for a 4–8 month term. You should be pursuing a degree in forestry, supply chain, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering and be proficient with Excel,

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in a related program (forestry, supply chain, or engineering).
• Commitment to a safe work environment.
• Clear communication and teamwork.
• Interest in hands-on industrial work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Learn how industrial maintenance supports safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Contribute to projects focused on equipment reliability, process improvement, and operational performance.
• Work alongside experienced maintenance and operations professionals to solve real-world challenges.
• Build technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while gaining exposure to modern sawmill operations.

Skills

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Hands-on attitude

Education

Forestry degree

Engineering degree

Mechanical Eng

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Interfor DeQuincy, Louisiana, offers a summer Maintenance Intern program that provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll learn how industrial maintenance supports safe, reliable, and efficient operations, working side‑by‑side with experienced professionals.

This on-site internship starts in May 2027 for a 4–8 month term. You should be pursuing a degree in forestry, supply chain, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering and be proficient with Excel,