About the role#
This is a temporary full-time summer internship based in Fort Kent, Maine. You will work within our forestry operations from mid-May to mid-August 2027. This position provides hands-on experience in industrial forestry, leadership, and business operations.
What you'll do#
- Navigate across a large land base using tools like Avenza and Field Maps.
- Manage efficient operations, including overseeing people to meet quality and productivity standards.
- Develop an understanding of Northeastern forests, silviculture, and industrial forestry practices.
- Coordinate logistics, seedling delivery, and contractor workflows to ensure steady progress for crews.
- Monitor crew productivity and inspect the quality of thinned blocks.
- Conduct post-operation inventory of stands to update land base records.
- Report safety concerns through the appropriate channels.
- Practice critical thinking and problem solving in the field.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least your 1st year of post-secondary education.
- Good academic standing.
- Enrollment in an Agriculture-related program.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Kent, Maine.
- Term: Summer 2027 (mid-May to mid-August).
- Compensation: $17.49 - $19.79 per hour, depending on school term.
- Additional benefits: Company vehicle, uniforms, housing stipend, and end-of-season incentive bonus.
- Modality: On-site.
About J.D. Irving, Limited
J.D. Irving, Limited is a family-owned company founded in 1882. It operates across Canada and the United States in sectors including forestry, shipbuilding, retail, and food processing. The company maintains head offices in Saint John and Moncton, New Brunswick. It employs over 10,000 people across its diverse business segments.
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