Employer Weyerhaeuser Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Are you looking for real-world experience that aligns with your future career goals and current course of study? Weyerhaeuser is recruiting for interns for the summer of 2026 to work in a variety of roles in wood products manufacturing. At Elkin OSB, intern opportunities will be focused in the Environmental and Manufacturing areas of our business. At Weyerhaeuser, interns receive extensive mentoring, and hands-on work experience to build the foundation for a professional career. Many of our interns return as full-time employees' post-graduation, and a number of our senior leaders started their careers as interns at Weyerhaeuser. Elkin OSB is located in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, in Surry and Wilkes Counties in northwestern North Carolina. It is situated central to University of North Carolina, Appalachian State, Wake Forest, and NC State Universities. The mill is located 1 hour west of Winston-Salem, 1 hour east of Boone, 90 minutes north of Charlotte, and 30 minutes south of the Virginia/North Carolina state line. Elkin is a historical town with artisanal traditions, hiking, and wine tasting. QualificationsMust be a minimum Sophomore standing enrolled in an accredited college or university completing a Bachelor's degree (or higher), with preferred studies in Environmental, Natural Resources, Wood ProductsMust commit to a 2-3 month internship, May – August 2026Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environmentWell-developed problem solving and analytical skillsExcellent planning, organizational and time management skillsHigh level of initiative and motivationStrong work ethic and personal integrityPositive attitudeBe at least 18Be able and willing to work a flexible schedule (most sites operate 24/7) Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen (includes marijuana), background check, and physicalBe eligible to work in the United States without sponsorshipWillingness to work in a challenging environment (outdoor temperature extremes) Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location Detail: Elkin, North Carolina Application Deadline: Mon, 11/17/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://weyerhaeuser.taleo.net/careersection/10000/moresearch.ftl?lang=en
