Forestry Summer Intern (MS/LA)-01005102
Description

Summer Forestry Interns 2010


Weyerhaeuser is offering summer internships and co-ops to students in forestry and related fields throughout the southeastern U.S. This particular posting offers positions in the Mississippi/Louisiana region.



The Objective


The 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.
Qualifications

To qualify, you must be enrolled in forestry or related studies, have completed your freshman year by the start of the internship, and demonstrate strong academic achievement.



You must have a valid driver's license, be able to use computers and software, and pass the drug test required of all Weyerhaeuser employees. In addition, you must be willing to work in the woods and to accept an assignment in a rural area.



Successful candidates will also have:

• The ability to lead and motivate others
• 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
Job
Engineering, Science, & Architecture
Primary Location
USA-MS-Columbia
Other Locations
USA-MS-Poplarville, USA-MS-Magnolia, USA-MS-Silver Creek, USA-LA-Holden, USA-LA-Bogalusa, USA-LA-Livingston
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level
Entry Level
Job Type
Internship
Shift
Day (1st)