GIS Intern

GIS Intern, Castlegar & Grand Forks, British Columbia

Ready to take

what you’re learning in school and put it to work? At

Interfor, we’re looking for future leaders who are curious, hands-on,

and eager to learn. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals,

build practical skills, and gain a better understanding of the work that

supports responsible forestry and the wood products industry.

This is an on-site

internship with an anticipated start date in May.

Ideally, you’ll be available for a 4- to 8-month term.

What We Offer

At Interfor,

you won’t spend your internship watching from the

sidelines. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and build

experience you can carry into your future career. We offer competitive

compensation for interns, including:

• Salaries starting from $3,700 per month (based on your year in school and previous experience).
• Temporary living allowance for
  interns moving to the area for the role.

What You’ll Do

• Gain hands-on experience supporting sustainable forest management through both fieldwork and GIS technology.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret forestry data using GPS, mapping tools, and industry software.
• Explore how silviculture, spatial data, and technology work together to support forestry operations.
• Contribute to projects that improve data quality, operational efficiency, and forest planning.
• Build technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while working alongside experienced forestry professionals.

What You Offer

• You are working toward a degree or diploma in Forestry, GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related program.
• You are interested in building experience across both silviculture fieldwork and GIS work.
• You have experience with Microsoft Excel and exposure to GIS or GPS tools such as ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or similar technology.
• You have a valid driver’s licence and are prepared to spend time outdoors in a forested environment and travel over uneven terrain.
• You can collect, review, and communicate information clearly and accurately.
• You are comfortable working independently and collaborating with employees, clients, and contractors.

Who
We Are

At Interfor, our

culture is built on integrity, respect, and collaboration. We believe in giving

students meaningful experience, supporting career development,

and operating sustainably to support both our people and our

planet. Come spend your summer learning, contributing, and

discovering where a career in forestry could take you. Learn more at interfor.com.

We
appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an
interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must
successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor
is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse
workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national
origin, protected veteran status, or disability.