Operations Intern

Interfor; Eatonton (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary living allowance

Job summary

Interfor is seeking an Operations Intern for an on‑site role in Eatonton, GA, with a May start and a 4–8 month term. You will gain hands‑on exposure to sawmill operations, production processes, and data analysis in a modern manufacturing setting.

Learn from experienced professionals, contribute to process improvements, and develop leadership and analytical skills while ensuring safety and teamwork across departments.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn in a manufacturing setting.
• Pursuing a degree or diploma in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and learn how a modern sawmill operates.
• Explore production processes and how teams work together to safely produce quality wood products.
• Contribute to projects focused on process improvement, operational efficiency, and production performance.
• Analyze data and observations to identify opportunities for improvement across mill operations.
• Work alongside experienced operations professionals while building leadership, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Education

Wood Products Processing

Business

Operations Management

Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical)

Supply Chain

Job description

Operations Intern, Eatonton, Georgia

Ready to take what you’re learning in school and put it to work? At Interfor, we’re looking for future leaders who are curious, hands-on, and eager to learn. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, build practical skills, and gain a better understanding of how people, equipment, technology, and processes come together in a modern manufacturing environment. If you enjoy solving problems, learning how things work, and looking for better ways to get the job done, this could be the summer opportunity for you! This is an on-site internship with an anticipated start date in May. Ideally, you’ll be available for a 4- to 8-month term.

What We Offer

At Interfor, you won’t spend your internship watching from the sidelines. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and build experience you can carry into your future career. We offer competitive compensation for interns, including:

• Salaries starting from $3,700 per month (based on your year in school and previous experience).
• Temporary living allowance for interns moving to the area for the role.

What You’ll Do

• Gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and learn how a modern sawmill operates.
• Explore production processes and discover how teams work together to safely produce quality wood products.
• Contribute to projects focused on process improvement, operational efficiency, and production performance.
• Analyze data and observations to identify opportunities for improvement across mill operations.
• Work alongside experienced operations professionals while building leadership, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

What You Offer

• You are working toward a degree or diploma in Wood Products Processing, Business, Operations Management, Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical), Supply Chain, or another industry-related program.
• You are committed to maintaining a safe work environment without compromise.
• You are curious, hands‑on, and interested in learning how a manufacturing operation works.
• You communicate clearly and enjoy working with employees across different teams and departments.
• You are comfortable reviewing information, asking questions, and helping solve problems.
• You are comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Who We Are

At Interfor, our culture is built on integrity, respect, and collaboration. We believe in giving students meaningful experience, supporting career development, and operating sustainably to support both our people and our planet. Come spend your summer learning, contributing, and discovering where a career in the wood products industry could take you. Learn more at interfor.com.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.