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2023 Forestry Summer Internship - Charlotte, NC

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Title
2023 Forestry Summer Internship - Charlotte, NC
Organization
American Forest Management, Inc.
Description

2023 Summer Internship         


Are you quiet, private, analytical, and calm? Do you like a consistent and predictable work environment where you can verify and validate information through tangible sources? Do you approach tasks with systematic procedures? Are you looking for a supportive, collaborative workplace with great teams and inspiring leaders? If so, you may be a good fit at American Forest Management! 


AFM’s Mid-Atlantic region has an opening for a Summer Internship reporting to the District Manager. As an intern at AFM, you will be paired with a forester throughout your summer to gain a wide range of forestry and business experience. Activities will mostly include inventory work using a variety of cruising techniques, reforestation surveys, PCT layout and compliance, marking timber sale stream buffers and unit boundaries, road inspection & road inventory, and other duties assigned by AFM foresters.


Our seasoned foresters are experts in the field and are here to train new foresters entering the industry. Our standards are high. We pride ourselves in being subject matter experts in our field, and our employees will have access to experienced professionals in every facet of Forestry. AFM provides the tools, technology, and education to ensure every employee is successful. We value individuals who are willing to learn and take their careers to the next level. 


American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) is the largest forest consulting firm in the United States founded over 50 years ago.  We are a private, employee-owned company.   AFM currently manages over 5.7 million acres of privately owned timberland and has sold over $3.2 billion in real estate transactions under AFM Real Estate, a subsidiary of AFM. With 300+ employees operating from 52 offices located in 22 states, as well as Panama and Costa Rica, AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services.  We are humbled that over 1,200 clients have entrusted us to be advisors and steward of their land.


Position Requirements:


·        Pursuing a Degree in Forestry or Natural Resources


·        Desire to learn more about a consulting forestry career


·        Experience in forest inventory is a plus.


·        Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word; working knowledge of GIS & GPS applications is a plus.


·        Must have personal skills necessary to communicate with AFM team members, managers, and contractors.


·        Valid driver’s license.


At AFM, our people are our top priority, and that includes our interns. The position is flexible with start and end dates to accommodate class schedules. This is a paid position, the pay is to be between $14-$15 an hour.


Deadline to apply is December 31, 2022.

Qualifications
Salary
Based on experience
Job Type
Internship
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina United States
Posted on
2022-11-14
Expires on
2023-01-10
Desired Start Date
Not provided
How to Apply
To apply, please go to: https://americanforestmanagementinc.applytojob.com/apply/MsAovu0Hdl/2023-Forestry-Summer-Internship-Charlotte-NC