Maintenance Intern — On-Site, Hands-On Sawmill Training

Interfor; Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary living allowance

Job summary

Interfor in Georgetown, South Carolina, is seeking a Maintenance Intern to gain hands-on maintenance experience in a fast-paced sawmill environment. You will learn how industrial maintenance supports safety, reliability, and efficiency while working with seasoned professionals.

Ideal candidates are pursuing relevant degrees, value teamwork, and can communicate clearly. The role is on-site with a summer start and a 4–8 month window, and includes a temporary living allowance for those relocating.

Qualifications

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

Job description

Interfor in Georgetown, South Carolina, is seeking a Maintenance Intern to gain hands-on maintenance experience in a fast-paced sawmill environment. You will learn how industrial maintenance supports safety, reliability, and efficiency while working with seasoned professionals.

Ideal candidates are pursuing relevant degrees, value teamwork, and can communicate clearly. The role is on-site with a summer start and a 4–8 month window, and includes a temporary living allowance for those relocating.