Operations Intern

Interfor Corporation; Molalla (OR); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive internship salary

Temporary living allowance

Job summary

Interfor Corporation in Oregon invites students to join our summer internship to gain hands-on experience in a modern sawmill, learn about wood products manufacturing, and contribute to real projects that improve processes and performance.

This on-site internship starts in May for 4–8 months, offers a starting salary of $3,700 per month plus a temporary living allowance, and provides mentorship from experienced professionals while you develop leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Working toward a degree or diploma in related programs including Wood Products Processing, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or Supply Chain.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and willingness to learn.
• Curious, hands-on and eager to understand manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Leadership potential

Education

Wood Products Processing degree

Business degree

Operations Management degree

Engineering (Industrial/Mechanical)

Supply Chain degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

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 the sidelines. 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 Bring

• 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 interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a background check. In addition, as a federal contractor, all applicants offered a position must successfully pass a preemployment drug test including the testing of cannabis. 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.