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The Westervelt Company, Inc.
Intern - Forestry
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Forester manages large tracts of tree covered land, or manages trees in an urban setting. Directs tree harvests and plantings, develops plans for regenerating or protecting forest land, educates teachers and students about forest conservation. May inventory and appraise timber for sale by forest owners.
$60,415 / year median in Alabama
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Westervelt Forestry 2027
Summer Internship Program Locations:
1. Tuscaloosa, AL 2. Thomasville, AL 3. Statesboro, GA 4. Fargo, GA 5. Suwanee, GA Spend your summer working alongside professional foresters, wildlife managers, and land management experts while gaining hands-on experience in sustainable forestry operations. Westervelt's Forestry Internship provides real-world exposure to timberland management, harvest planning, reforestation, GIS applications, and operational decision-making across some of the Southeast's most productive forestlands. About Westervelt Forestry At Westervelt, we believe forests are a renewable resource that should be managed responsibly for future generations. For more than a century, our company has been guided by a commitment to conservation, stewardship, and sustainable land management. Today, our Forest Resources Group manages over half a million acres of timberland across the Southeast, balancing timber production, wildlife habitat, recreation, and environmental sustainability. Our team of forestry professionals is dedicated to applying innovative practices and sound science to ensure the long-term health and productivity of our forests. As a Forestry Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside industry experts, contributing to meaningful projects, and learning how sustainable forestry supports both the environment and the communities we serve. Position Overview The Forestry Intern will support the Westervelt Forest Resources Group in a hands-on, field-based role designed to provide practical experience in forest management. This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a degree in forestry, natural resources, or a related field to gain exposure to real-world operations and decision-making. Key Responsibilities- Assist foresters with harvest planning, contract administration, and field inspections.
- Participate in road layout, maintenance planning, and infrastructure assessments.
- Support silvicultural activities including site preparation, planting, herbicide applications, and stand evaluations.
- Gain exposure to nursery and seed orchard operations that support long-term forest sustainability.
- Assist with timber inventory, data collection, and GIS mapping projects.
- Monitor and implement Forestry Best Management Practices (BMPs) to support responsible land stewardship.
- Work safely in a variety of field conditions across active timberland operations. What You ll Learn
- Sustainable forest management practices
- Timber harvesting and market operations
- Reforestation and silvicultural systems
- Road design and maintenance planning
- Best Management Practices (BMPs) implementation
- Forestry technology, mapping, and data analysis
- Landowner and contractor relationship management
- Career opportunities within the forest products industry Successful interns will have the opportunity to build relationships with forestry leaders across the organization and may be considered for future full-time opportunities within Westervelt upon graduation.