Sierra Pacific Industries
Third-generation family‑owned forest products company managing timberlands, producing lumber, millwork, windows and biomass energy.
Seasonal forestry internship with hands‑on timber cruising, GIS, and forest management.
4 days ago
$19 - $21
Entry-level
Internship
Eugene, OR
Field
Company Size
6,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Timberland management
Lumber production
Cogeneration
Biomass energy
Log procurement
Forest conservation
Renewable power generation
Environmental stewardship
Sector Specialisms
Forest Products
Lumber
Millwork
Sawmill Operations
Fencing
Remanufacturing
Cogeneration
Transportation
Role
Description
Requirements
hiking
driver's license
forestry
- Interns must be able to cross-country hike and negotiate steep, brushy terrain
- Interns must have a valid driver's license
- Current enrollment or acceptance in a Forestry, Natural Resources, or related program of study is preferred
Benefits
- Timber cruising
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
- interviews conducted on an ongoing basis as applications are received.
- positions may be filled prior to the application deadline.
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
- negative drug screen required for employment.
- e‑verify used to confirm work authorization.
Company
Overview
2.4M Acres
Private Timberland Holdings
The company manages over 2.4 million acres of timberland across California, Oregon, and Washington, showcasing its extensive land stewardship.
150–180 MW
Renewable Energy Generation
Seven biomass-fueled cogeneration plants generate between 150–180 MW of renewable electricity, enough to power tens of thousands of homes.
175,000 Acres
Recent Timberland Expansion
A bold 2021 acquisition expanded its timberland holdings by 175,000 acres in Oregon, reinforcing its status as the largest private landowner in the U.S.
100%
Wood Utilization Efficiency
Advanced scanning technology and computerized kilns enable nearly 100% utilization of each harvested log, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency.
- Operating 18 sawmills, multiple millwork plants and a custom windows division, transforming harvested timber into structural lumber, trim and premium windows.
- Its seed-to-window model ensures full vertical integration—from planting millions of conifers annually to delivering finished windows coast-to-coast.
- An unusual fact: they own more private land than Yosemite Park and are pioneers in salvage logging and fire-risk forest thinning.
- Despite its size, the business remains privately held and family-led, underpinning a century-long narrative of growth, innovation, and land stewardship.
Culture + Values
100% Utilization
Wood Utilization Efficiency
Ensuring maximum resource optimization by achieving near-perfect efficiency in wood processing.
2.4M Acres
Managed Timberland
Sustainably managing a vast forest area to ensure responsible land use and resource growth.
7-10M Trees
Annual Reforestation Efforts
Dedication to planting millions of new trees each year to support environmental sustainability.
- “Own the work.”
- Built on hard work, innovation, and wise investments.
- Safety is ingrained in everything we do.
- Collaborative safety culture with crew-driven improvements and regular safety committees.
Environment + Sustainability
2.4M Acres
Managed Timberland
Maintains and sustainably conserves over 2.4 million acres of timberland across California, Oregon, and Washington.
300M Seedlings
Landmark Achievement
Planted 300 million seedlings over the years, with an annual planting rate of approximately 7–10 million seedlings.
100% Utilized
Harvested Trees Used
Utilizes nearly 100% of each harvested tree, converting mill residues into biomass power at multiple facilities.
200M Metric Tons
CO₂ Sequestered
U.S. forests act as carbon sinks, sequestering over 200 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent annually, offsetting approximately 10% of industrial emissions.
- Owns a conifer nursery producing 25 million seedlings annually.
- Certified participant in the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI).
- No publicly stated net-zero target date.
Inclusion & Diversity
6,500
Crew Members Employed
The company has a significant workforce spread across multiple states.
- Equal Opportunity Employer (including veterans and individuals with disabilities).