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Lake Forest

IT Intern

Lake Forest, IL

$15 - $20.76/hr

The City of Lake Forest is seeking a motivated and curious IT Intern to support technology operations across a wide range of City departments, including Police, Fire, Public Works, Recreation ...

Forest Hill Church

Youth Intern - Waxhaw campus

Waxhaw, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

The Youth Internship at Forest Hill Church's Waxhaw campus is a great opportunity to get first-hand knowledge and experience in the field of NextGen Ministry. The Youth Intern will support the ...

Forest Hill Church

Youth Intern - Waxhaw campus

Waxhaw, NC

$13.50 - $18/hr

The Youth Internship at Forest Hill Church's Waxhaw campus is a great opportunity to get first-hand knowledge and experience in the field of NextGen Ministry. The Youth Intern will support the ...

Forest Hill Church

Youth Intern - Waxhaw campus

Waxhaw, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

The Youth Internship at Forest Hill Church's Waxhaw campus is a great opportunity to get first-hand knowledge and experience in the field of NextGen Ministry. The Youth Intern will support the ...

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How much do intern forestry jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern forestry in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an intern forestry?

An Intern Forestry job involves assisting professional foresters in managing and conserving forests, wildlife habitats, and natural resources. Interns may conduct tree inventories, assist with reforestation projects, collect ecological data, and support forest management plans. They often work outdoors in various weather conditions and may collaborate with government agencies, private landowners, or conservation organizations. This role provides hands-on experience in forestry practices and environmental stewardship, preparing interns for future careers in forestry or natural resource management.

What does an intern forestry do?

As an Intern Forestry, your days are often split between outdoor fieldwork and office-based tasks. In the field, you may help conduct tree inventories, collect and analyze soil or water samples, assist with habitat assessments, and support forest management or research activities under supervision. Office tasks often include data entry, map creation using GIS tools, and assisting with research documentation. You'll typically work alongside experienced foresters, biologists, or environmental scientists, providing valuable support while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship. This structure gives you a thorough understanding of the profession and helps prepare you for potential full-time roles in forestry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intern forestry?

To thrive as an Intern Forestry, you should possess foundational knowledge in environmental science, dendrology, or related fields, often demonstrated through ongoing academic coursework or previous fieldwork experience. Familiarity with GIS software, tree identification tools, and basic data collection equipment is typical and beneficial. Strong communication skills, adaptability, and a genuine interest in outdoor work are valuable soft skills in this position. These competencies are crucial for accurate data collection, effective collaboration with forestry professionals, and successfully contributing to conservation or research projects in various natural settings.

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Infographic showing various Intern Forestry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Internship, 1% As Needed, 48% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Urban Forestry Career Profile Intern

Universities of Wisconsin

Stevens Point, WI • On-site, Remote

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Workday Internal Jobs Site for Students
Position Title:
Urban Forestry Career Profile Intern
Job Category:
Student Hourly
Job Profile:
Student Help
Job Summary:
Position Overview
Wisconsin's K-12 school system has put an emphasis on career awareness for students. LEAF is updating its Urban Forestry Lesson Guide to help Wisconsin educators engage students in learning about the urban forests that surround their schools. As part of this project, LEAF would like to share the stories of ten professionals whose work is related to urban forestry. The Urban Forestry Career Profile Intern will be responsible for using notes and transcripts from interviews to draft career profiles in a narrative format. The intern will also edit profiles based on feedback from LEAF staff and the featured professionals.
Specific Duties
  • Use a designated folder in Microsoft Teams to store all work (interview transcripts, profiles, images) related to the Urban Forestry Career Profile Project
  • Meet with project lead to develop project plan
  • Participate in bi-weekly check-ins with project lead to discuss progress
  • Review interview transcripts and notes
  • Draft career profiles in narrative format
  • Use AI to check the reading level of profiles and adjust to be at a 6th-8th grade reading level
  • Share profiles with project lead and LEAF staff for feedback
  • Edit profiles based on feedback from project lead and LEAF staff
  • Share profiles with professionals for feedback
  • Edit profiles based on feedback from professionals
  • Create final draft of profiles

This position is eligible for internship credit (NRES 381) to meet academic requirements.
Hours
This position requires the ability to work approximately 5-10 hours per week over Winter break and/or Spring Semester in the Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education office (Student Services Center - Room 201) between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM. Remote work during scheduled breaks can be arranged.
Required Qualifications
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Highly organized and professional
  • Ability to discern quality information relevant to the subject
  • Ability to work independently
  • Proficient in Google docs (or willingness to learn)
  • Willingness to learn and apply ADA Title II standards for accessible content
  • Good academic standing

Preferred Qualifications
A background in forestry, natural resources, or education would be helpful.
Apply
Apply for position JR10006384 through Workday and submit a letter of interest and resume to Gina Smith at gsmith@uwsp.edu.
Application Deadline
Monday, December 15, 2025
Contact Information
For specific position details and questions contact Gina Smith at gsmith@uwsp.edu or 715-346-3005.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Special Notes:
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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