Company Overview:

Come grow with us! We are One Rayonier, a team that works together to create value by prioritizing safety, challenging the status quo, giving back to our communities, and driving innovation through continuous learning. With nearly 100 years of experience, we’re still discovering new ways to make lives better with our trees, our land, and — our most important resource — our people.

At Rayonier, we strive to create an employee experience where you feel valued and proud to be part of our team. We foster a respectful, inclusive and collaborative environment that celebrates your unique talents and perspectives.  Experience the Rayonier difference: We’re big enough to offer exciting career paths, but small enough for you to know your colleagues by name. Come join a team that empowers you to make a difference!

Description

Rayonier is filling intern positions with Sophomore, Junior, Senior and Graduate-level students for employment during the summer of 2026.

Operational Interns

You will gain a well-rounded view of our operational activities and be exposed to a diverse range of timber sales and silvicultural planning. This encompasses:

• Utilization of data recorders and field measurement techniques and tools.
• Timber market analysis.
• Field reconnaissance, mapping, and inventory tasks, utilizing GIS software.

The operational internships are based throughout our land base comprised of the following states:  Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Texas.

Housing allowance, cell phone, and safety boot reimbursement available, if required.

Requirements:

• Students in their Sophomore ($19/hr) Junior ($21.50/hr), Senior ($23/hr) or Graduate studies ($24.50/hr)
• Degree Concentration – Forest Management, Forest Engineering
• Each internship duration will last ten to twelve weeks
• Students must provide their own transportation and be capable of safely navigating forest roads (transportation costs will be reimbursed per the IRS rate). 4-wheel drive is required
• Candidates should be self-motivated
• Able to work independently in remote locations
• Able to endure the elements (heat, rain & uneven terrain

If you have additional questions, please contact your school advisor.