Maintenance Intern — Hands-On Sawmill Experience

Interfor; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary living allowance

Job summary

Interfor is offering a Maintenance Intern position in Thomaston, GA. This on-site internship runs for 4–8 months with a May 2027 start date, designed to provide hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and exposure to modern sawmill operations.

Earn a starting salary of $3,700 per month with a temporary living allowance for interns relocating to the area. Ideal for students pursuing forestry, supply chain, or engineering-related studies seeking practical industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in an industry-related program (forestry, supply chain, mechanical/electrical/industrial engineering).
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Clear communication and ability to collaborate with your team and other departments.
• Interest in hands-on work in an industrial setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

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

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Education

Relevant degree/diploma in forestry, supply chain, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or industrial engineering

Job description

Interfor is offering a Maintenance Intern position in Thomaston, GA. This on-site internship runs for 4–8 months with a May 2027 start date, designed to provide hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and exposure to modern sawmill operations.

Earn a starting salary of $3,700 per month with a temporary living allowance for interns relocating to the area. Ideal for students pursuing forestry, supply chain, or engineering-related studies seeking practical industry exposure.