Operations Intern

Interfor Corporation; Kentucky; In loco; USD 41.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Temporary living allowance

Competitive compensation

Descrizione del lavoro

Interfor Corporation is offering a on-site summer internship in Kentucky to apply classroom knowledge to real manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with experienced professionals, and exposure to wood products production.

The internship runs 4–8 months starting in May, with competitive compensation and a living allowance for interns relocating to the area. A safety-conscious, curious, and proactive mindset is essential.

Competenze

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in a relevant program such as Wood Products Processing, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or Supply Chain.
• Commitment to safety and a safe work environment.
• Curious, hands-on learner eager to understand manufacturing operations.

Mansioni

• Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and learn how a modern sawmill operates.
• Explore production processes and how teams collaborate to safely produce 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 with experienced professionals to develop leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Conoscenze

Hands-on mindset

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Formazione

Wood Products Processing

Business

Operations Management

Engineering (Industrial/Mechanical)

Supply Chain

Strumenti

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Descrizione del lavoro

Readyto take what you’re learning in school and put it to work? AtInterfor, 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 manufacturingenvironment. If you enjoy solving problems, learning how things work, andlooking for better ways to get the job done, this could be the summeropportunity for you!

Thisis an on-site internship with an anticipated start date inMay. Ideally, you’ll be available for a 4- to 8-monthterm.

What We Offer

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

• Salariesstarting from $3,700 per month (based on your year inschool and previous experience).
• Temporaryliving allowance for interns moving to the area forthe 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, andcollaboration. We believe in giving students meaningful experience, supportingcareer development, and operating sustainably to support both ourpeople and our planet. Come spend your summer learning, contributing,and discovering where a career in the wood products industry could take you. Learnmore at interfor.com.

We appreciate the interestof all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will becontacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete apre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protectedveteran status, or disability.