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Summer Internship - Wood Procurement

Employer
The Westervelt Company
Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills

 Summer Internship  - Wood Procurement


The Westervelt Company is a privately owned land stewardship organization headquartered in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. With over half a million acres of timberlands, we continue to grow with the land serving as our guide. Today we focus on businesses which sustain our natural resources for the future. We are stewards of the land. Everything we do is based on the forest, and we have an unwavering commitment to protect and conserve our natural resources. Each of the businesses in our Forest Resources division is guided by the principles of stewardship, sustainability and safety, and every decision we make is driven by those values. 

The primary purpose of this position is to give support to the Westervelt Lumber Wood Procurement Group and allow the intern to gain practical experience in the field of Forest Management. Duties will include the areas of harvest planning & operations, BMP implementation, developing relationships, and project management. 

Position will require relocation to Tuscaloosa and Thomasville, AL or surrounding areas. Housing or housing allowance will be provided.

Current undergraduate or graduate student in Forestry or related field.
Must have completed summer camp.
Knowledge of general outdoor skills.
Well-developed communication and people skills.
Ability to effectively work in a team environment with employees and customers.
Good physical condition and ability to perform under adverse climatic workingconditions and difficult terrain.
Ability to work outside, often for long periods on foot.
Be able to safely operate a 4-wheel drive pickup. Must have a valid driver's license.
Must be highly motivated.
Work schedules will be adjusted to the requirements of the activities and projects.

Job Field:
Forestry
Job Type:
Seasonal, Temporary, Internship
Location Detail:
Moundville and Thomasville, AL
Salary:
Undergraduates $20/hr
Graduates $22/hr
Job Benefits:

Pay - $20/hr for undergraduate students; $22/hr for graduate students

Housing stipend - A monthly housing stipend will be provided

Company Vehicle - When a vehicle is required, the company provides a truck

Application Deadline:

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