About the role#
We are looking for Forestry Students to join our Timberlands operations for the 2027 field season. You will work alongside Field Planners and Foresters to support our forest management and sustainability programs. This role is open to students currently enrolled in a forestry-related program or recent graduates. We offer 4-month or 8-month terms based on your academic status. You will work on-site at one of our locations on Vancouver Island.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the preparation of plans, assessments, and reports for cut block development.
- Conduct site plan field work and planting checks.
- Design and lay out cutblocks and roads.
- Perform wildlife assessments.
- Create engineering and silviculture maps.
- Participate in operation-specific projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a forestry-related post-secondary program.
- A valid class 5 driver’s license.
- A strong work ethic and a dependable nature.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team.
- Good physical condition to handle the challenging environment of our coastal forests.
- An interest in building a career within the forest industry.
- Previous forestry or co-op experience is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Locations: Campbell River, Woss, Port McNeill, Port Alberni, and Gold River, British Columbia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: This is a paid position. We provide a monthly salary between $4,800 and $5,500, plus 4% vacation pay. Living out allowances and relocation assistance are available, and company housing may be provided at specific locations.
About Western Forest Products
Western Forest Products is a public company based in Vancouver, British Columbia. It produces forest products and operates in the coastal region of British Columbia and Washington State. The company employs 849 people. It focuses on manufacturing and forestry practices.
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