Forestry Intern

Weyerhaeuser is offering internships to students in Forestry within our Northern Timberlands operation. This program is designed to give students a valuable learning experience, including exposure to different areas of operations such as forest measurements, GIS, silviculture, harvest and haul, operational planning, and road development.

You will work with an individualized work plan and a personal sponsor. You will also be given ample feedback on your performance while having the opportunity to give feedback on ways to enhance the program. Weyerhaeuser offers interns a competitive compensation package.

Available locations include: Bingham, Maine, Greenville, Maine, Lancaster, New Hampshire, Lewisburg, West Virginia. These positions are temporary full-time roles with a tentative start date of early May 2025 and ending late August 2025.

Students will receive:
An individualized work plan and clear expectations for the length of the internship
An opportunity for exposure to a broad base of professional forestry experiences
Feedback on their performance
A Weyerhaeuser sponsor at their location to help them integrate into the business unit as well as to acclimate to the community
Competitive compensation
An opportunity to provide feedback to help improve their own internship program
Potential opportunity to return to the same or different Weyerhaeuser location as an intern in 2026
Assessment for a full-time position upon graduation

Enrolled in a Bachelors or Postgraduate program in Forestry or related field of study at an accredited college or university
Must have completed your freshman year by the start of the internship
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Capable of meeting the demands of fieldwork, including safely lifting up to 50 lbs, operating ATVs and 4WD vehicles, and working in various weather conditions, from extreme heat to cold
Willingness to work in remote areas and perform tasks that may require standing, sitting, and walking for extended periods
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Strong safety values and behaviors
A solid understanding of sound environmental practices
Previous experience in forestry operations
Ability to use a compass and/or GPS applications
Experience driving a pickup on varying terrains such as steep inclines, dirt roads, wet or snow-covered roads as well as towing a trailer

Successful candidates will also have:

High initiative (self-motivated)
High integrity
Positive attitude
Strong communication skills
Creativity in problem solving
Excellent teamwork skills
Ability to initiate and follow through on projects
Good time-management abilities
Effective speaking and listening skills
Strong work ethic
Compensation: Weyerhaeuser offers a competitive compensation package. The specific compensation will be commensurate with the experience and capabilities of the successful candidate. Weyerhaeuser offers relocation reimbursement for qualifying candidates.

About Timberlands
We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.
For more than a century, weve been taking care of forests to make life better.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.

Attention Internal Applicants:To ensure transparency across the organization, please have a discussion with your manager prior to applying for any new opportunities. If you need any help facilitating this conversation, please reach out to your HR Representative for guidance. For more information on how to apply, including best practices for updating your profile or partnering with HR and Recruiting, please visit our internal applicant page on Roots: wy.com/applicants

/Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team./

Job: Administrative, General Management, Legal, Real Estate, & Miscellaneous

Title: Forestry Intern

Location: ME-Bingham

Requisition ID: 01021633

Other Locations: USA-ME-Greenvlle Jct, USA-WV-Lewisburg, USA-NH-Lancaster