Internship - Western Timberlands

Weyerhaeuser; Rainier (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Housing stipend

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser’s Western Timberlands Operations offers summer intern positions in Washington and Oregon for 2027, with opportunities across Forest Management, Forest Engineering, Inventory/Planning/GIS and Western Regeneration tracks. Interns will gain hands-on field experience and supporting office work, with potential project assignments.

Interviews are anticipated Sept–Nov. Compensation includes hourly wages by year level, a $2,000 one-time stipend, mileage reimbursement, and housing stipend

Qualifications

• Completed at least one year of college by summer of 2027.
• Capacity to work both independently and in a team setting, adhering to all safety expectations.
• Interest in hands-on work in an outdoor environment.
• Demonstrable skills in computer applications as they relate to the discipline.
• Ability to understand and implement applicable regulatory laws.
• Willing to be assigned to locations within Oregon and Washington, often rural.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Background check, MVR, and pre-employment drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Support Forest Management, Forestry field tasks and GIS mapping assignments.
• Assist Forest Engineering tasks: stream buffer marking, road layout, map production (GIS).
• Contribute to Inventory/Planning/GIS data collection and plan development.
• Work with Western Regeneration nursery team on crop development and field activities.

Skills

GIS mapping

Field experience

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Computer applications

Education

One year of college completed by summer 2027

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS

Job description

DescriptionWeyerhaeuser’s Western Timberlands Operations has summer intern positions available in Washington and Oregon for 2027. The internships can be three to six months (depending on each operation’s needs and students' availability) and will involve hands-on field experience, office work, as well as the possibility of project assignments. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Interviews are anticipated to occur September through November.Assignment Opportunities:Forest Management – Potential to gain experience in site preparation, fire protection, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping, timber cruising/inventory, plantation audit work, planting inspections, aerial spray operations and animal damage controlForest Engineering – Potential to perform tasks associated with field layout including: stream buffer marking and delineation, road layout and design, stream typing, unstable slope delineation, harvest unit design, map production (via GIS) and writing of forest practice applicationInventory/Planning/GIS – Potential to gain experience in maintaining and improving GIS spatial and tabular data accuracy, stand management exams, inventory data collection for crown closure, GPS, mobile maps, Web GIS, Esri’s ArcGIS, and harvest unit selection, design, and development of short and long-term plansWestern Regeneration – Opportunities to work as part of a nursery team implementing growing prescriptions and crop plans, tracking crop development, troubleshooting crop issues. Take part in field work including sowing, transplanting, cultural treatments, inventory, lifting and packingCompensation:For completing corresponding year prior to starting assignment: freshman $18.85/hr., sophomore $20.60/hr., junior $22.65/hr., first senior year of dual degree $23.75/hr., bachelor’s degree $24.95/hr., first year of masters $27.50/hr. In addition, we will pay mileage to and from the internship assignment, a $2,000 one-time stipend, and a $500 monthly stipend to those that qualify for assistance with temporary housing.QualificationsCompleted at least one year of college by summer of 2027Capacity to work both independently and in a team setting, adhering to all safety expectationsHave an interest in hands-on work in an outdoor environmentDemonstrable skills in computer applications as they relate to the disciplineAbility to understand and implement the applicable regulatory laws into the course of the assignmentsWilling to be assigned to locations within Oregon and Washington, often in rural locationsPossess a valid driver's licenseSuccessfully complete a background check, MVR (motor vehicle report), and pre-employment drug screenThis position is designated by WY as a safety-sensitive position. Please be advised that due to the designation of this position as safety-sensitive, you will be subject to pre-employment testing for cannabis and its metabolites.About TimberlandsWe believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.About WeyerhaeuserWe sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.Job Operations, Manufacturing, & ConstructionPrimary LocationUSA-WA-RainierOther LocationsUSA-Oregon, USA-WashingtonSchedule Full-timeJob Level Entry LevelJob Type InternshipShift Day (1st)Relocation Assistance Available