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Weyerhaeuser is offering internships to students in Forestry throughout the southeastern U.S. Locations include the following regions: Arkansas/Oklahoma, Mississippi/Alabama, Mississippi/Louisiana, North Louisiana, Carolinas/Virginia, and Coastal Piedmont.This program is designed to give students a valuable learning experience, including exposure to different geographic areas and work group concepts. You will work with an individualized performance 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. 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
The opportunity to return to the same or different Weyerhaeuser location as an intern next year
Assessment for a full-time position upon graduation
Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's Forestry program or related program at an accredited college or university
Must have completed your freshman year by the start of the internship
Demonstrate strong academic achievement
Must have a valid driver's license
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Willingness to work in the woods and to accept an assignment in a rural area
Successful candidates will also have:
High initiative (self-motivated)
High integrity
Positive attitude
Excellent 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
Commitment to work safely
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, we have 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 are 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. /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: MS-Columbus Requisition ID: 01021442 Other Locations: USA-Virginia, USA-Georgia, USA-North Carolina, USA-Mississippi, USA-South Carolina, USA-Arkansas, USA-Alabama, USA-Louisiana, USA-Oklahoma
Full-time