Hampton Lumber is a family-owned forest products business headquartered in Portland, Oregon. It employs about 1,700 people; primarily in Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia. 

Great effort goes into the long-term management of our natural renewable resources. Effectively managing and strategically planning how we plant and harvest our units is critical to the success and longevity of this renewable resource. Our foresters take pride in cultivating a healthy and prosperous environment through safe management techniques that will ensure countless years of stable, sustainable forest growth across the 289,000 acres Hampton currently owns in Oregon and Washington.

Hampton Lumber’s internship program is tailored for the intern to be mentored and guided by an individual supervisor in their area of Forestry. The structure of the internship will allow interns to gain experience and take ownership of specific projects that further their education and knowledge in their respective fields while also networking with industry professionals. We continually strive to “Find A Better Way Every Day,” and safety is a part of the Hampton culture. Interns work alongside company leaders and assist with challenges essential to the workplace by working on projects that truly benefit the company.

Our forestry internships start in June and last from three to six months. Compensation is based on the candidate’s qualifications.

Our interns participate in a variety of office and field activities. They may also travel to different locations and gain experience in diverse forest stands. This broad professional exposure to working forest operations provides a solid foundation for future educational choices and career opportunities.

The program provides the intern with a chance to:

• Gain valuable experience in forest management
• Contribute to the future of sustainable forestry
• Collaborate with professional foresters
• Explore forestry disciplines and career interests
• Learn progressive practices from an industry leader
• Earn an income
• Build a network of professional connections

This internship program is open to undergraduate and graduate students in academic fields such as forestry, biology, geology, hydrology, and environmental studies.

Forestry interns work alongside and are mentored by professional foresters, wildlife biologists, and other forestry professionals to assist in sustainably managing Hampton forestland. Our internships are structured as entry-level opportunities that expose participants to marketable skills and build proficiencies in various forestry disciplines. These areas may include:

• Harvest planning and administration
• Site preparation administration
• Regeneration surveys
• Road construction and maintenance
• Forest products marketing
• Silviculture operations
• Supporting the achievement of environmental objectives
• Use of current technology, including GIS and mobile load tracking

• Please upload a cover letter and resume.
• “Additional Documents” include a copy of your unofficial transcript (3.0 or better GPA is required for consideration) and relevant projects you have completed. (This can be a team project – specify your part)
• Cover letters without detailed explanations of qualifications will not be considered.
• The position is now open and will close as it is filled.
• Compensation is based on the candidate’s experience.

Learn more at hamptonlumber.com, or follow us on Facebook: @HamptonLumber.  You can also learn about our company and our priorities by visiting our blog. 

Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Disability accommodation available: If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office for the location you are applying. 

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: EEO is the Law and its accompanying temporary supplement.