Industrial Maintenance Intern: Hands-On Sawmill Experience

Interfor Corporation; Louisiana; Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Interfor invites students to join our on-site internship program for a hands-on learning experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will work closely with maintenance and operations professionals, gaining exposure to industrial processes and sawmill operations, with an emphasis on practical problem-solving and safety.

The internship runs from May 2027 for 4–8 months, offering competitive compensation and real responsibility.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in forestry, supply chain, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Clear communication and teamwork abilities.
• Interest in hands-on work in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety

Hands-on learning

Excel

Word

Outlook

Education

Forestry / Supply Chain / Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Interfor invites students to join our on-site internship program for a hands-on learning experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will work closely with maintenance and operations professionals, gaining exposure to industrial processes and sawmill operations, with an emphasis on practical problem-solving and safety.

The internship runs from May 2027 for 4–8 months, offering competitive compensation and real responsibility.