About the role#
GeoVerra is looking for Forestry Students to join our Forestry and Environmental team. This is a paid, full-time student position based in Edmonton. We prioritize safety and mentorship, and we look for students who want to develop their skills through hands-on field experience. We value candidates who may eventually transition into full-time roles upon graduation.
What you'll do#
- Assist with planning and operations projects, primarily in the field.
- Scout and evaluate sites for timber volumes for utility, energy, and forestry clients.
- Perform hazard tree assessments and salvage planning on utility lines.
- Conduct wildlife sweeps for projects of varying sizes.
- Manage stakeholder agreements and prepare associated GIS mapping.
- Work outside in all weather conditions and handle frequent travel, including long field shifts that may exceed 10 days.
- Carry, lift, and push up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a Forestry, Environment, or Forest Technology program.
- Experience performing field work safely throughout Alberta.
- Proficiency with MS Office, ESRI ArcGIS, and field GPS.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
- Technical, mathematical, and scientific aptitude.
- Attention to detail for documentation and deliverables.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Unrestricted driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and a criminal record check.
- Experience operating an ATV or UTV is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Edmonton, Alberta.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
About GeoVerra
GeoVerra is a geomatics firm based in Edmonton, Alberta. Founded in 2020, the company provides land surveying, forestry, environmental, and engineering services. It operates as a privately held organization with a workforce of 501 to 1,000 employees. The firm maintains multiple offices across Canada to serve a diverse client base.
How to get in at GeoVerra
Applying early to GeoVerra gives you a distinct advantage before the candidate pool becomes crowded. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first and get seen before the pile grows. You should aim to be one of the first to submit your materials to ensure your application is reviewed while the team is still actively sourcing. Reaching out to the right people often yields better results than submitting to a general queue. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the position or a referral, which materially improves response rates. Connecting with a recruiter can provide clarity on the team culture and help you stand out from the standard applicant list.
