Forest Products Career Guide

The Forest Products industry offers a wide range of opportunities to explore. Use this guide to learn more about the industry, or to learn how to hatch a student or entry level job in Forest Products.

Considering a career in Forest Products?

The Forest Products industry is one of the most technologically-advanced natural resource industries in Canada. It is constantly evolving which makes it a great place to grow a long-lasting career. Within the industry there are ample opportunities for passionate students and grads to find their career fit: from skilled trades to marketing, there is a career path for everyone.

Key skills:

  • Passionate
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Analytical skills
Pro Tip
"The individuals who do the best in our industry and enjoy their careers the most are the ones who embrace innovation and change."

Resources

The Government's Aboriginal Student Employment Program Builds Basics for Forestry Careers

Like co-op programs and internships, working in your desired field is very important to gain industry experience. Take a look into the Canadian Forest Service Aboriginal Student Employment Program.

Growing Opportunities For Students And Recent Grads: The Green Dream Internship Contest

The Green Dream Internships consist of a diverse mix of opportunities, with opportunities in engineering, computer science, forestry and even human resources!

Office Hours: Insider Tips On Forest Products Careers And The Green Dream Internship From The Greenest Workforce

Representatives from leading forest products companies joined us for Office Hours with The Greenest Workforce to answer questions about The Green Dream Internship and careers in the forest products industry.
Learning More About The Greenest Workforce's Green Dream Internship Contest At PaperWeek

TalentEgg stopped by the Forest Industry Job Fair at PaperWeek Canada 2013 in Montreal to chat with forest products employers.
Careers In Bio-Pathways: The Future Of The Forest Products Industry

Bio-energy, bio-chemicals and bio-products derived from trees are creating new career opportunities in the forest products industry.
5 Qualities Forest Products Employers Look For In Students And Grads

We interviewed employers from the forest products industry to get the lowdown on what they look for in students and recent graduates.
The Changing Face Of The Forest Industry: Busting The Misconceptions

5 myths and realities in Canada's forest products industry in 2013.
An Introduction To The Forest Products Industry For Students And Recent Grads

The only thing holding back the forest products industry is a looming talent shortage.
Inside The Greenest Workforce's Green Dream Internship Contest

What would you do with an amazing summer job in the forest products industry, a free iPad Mini and the chance to win $5,000?
The Most In-Demand Jobs In The Forest Products Industry

The forest products industry's shortlist of the most in-demand jobs.
Who To Follow On Twitter: Forest Products Jobs Edition

If a tweet is sent from the forest, does anybody read it?
Averaging Starting Salaries For Entry Level Forest Products Jobs

Here's a look at the average starting salaries for a few entry level positions in the industry.
Award-Winning UBC Master's Student Researching Forest Bio-Products

Baillie Redfern is an MSc student in UBC’s Genome Science and Technology Program.
Have You Considered Growing Your Career In The Forest Industry?

Since Canada contains approximately 10% of the Earth's forests, there are many opportunities for students to grow their career options in the forestry industry.