Forestry Intern

Position Title: Forestry Intern – Maine Woods Initiative

Reports To:  AMC Forest Manager

Dates & Details:  Full-Time Seasonal, May 2027-August 2027

Location:   Greenville, ME            

Company Description:

Founded in 1876, the Appalachian Mountain Club (www.outdoors.org) is the oldest conservation, education and recreation organization in the United States. The AMC promotes the protection, enjoyment, and wise use of the mountains, rivers, and trails of the Appalachian region.  The AMC encourages the involvement of all people in its mission and activities, through its membership, programs, policies, and procedures. 

Position Description:

The Forestry Intern will work with the AMC Forest Manager and MWI (Maine Woods Initiative) team that oversee daily operations and long-term planning of the 114,00-acre MWI tract in Piscataquis County Maine. The Forestry Intern will be responsible for activities including field inventory sampling, harvest and precommercial layout, boundary line layout and maintenance, and assisting the MWI management team with tasks associated to operation of MWI. The Forestry Intern will need to be able to work well independently and in a group setting on a variety of projects in varying seasonal conditions.

This is a full-time seasonal position based at the MWI near Greenville, Maine, that includes on-site housing (rustic accommodations at an AMC lodge location) and staff meals for a small paycheck deduction. The summer forestry intern will work closely with MWI staff to coordinate logistics, and will be supervised by the AMC Forest Manager, with regular in-person meetings and direction from MWI staff. Past summer interns have used their work with AMC to develop projects associated with course requirements for graduation of their program.

What You’ll be Doing at AMC

• Assist with a variety of forest management tasks in the field including assisting with field inventory, boundary line layout and maintenance, and harvest layout
• Join MWI staff on harvest and road construction site visits
• Assess road infrastructure issues such as failed culverts and stream crossings – entering assessment data into GIS software (Field Maps)
• Help oversee seasonal work crews on planting, precommercial thinning, and crop tree release projects
• Work with other staff including educational staff, and staff and partners on tours or special events
• Participate in public talks regarding AMC forest management and stream restoration
• Other duties as assigned

 What AMC is Looking for 

• Enrolled in or completed Bachelor’s Degree in forestry or a science related field is preferred
• Experience with forestry work, including but not limited to completing inventory sampling, boundary line maintenance, harvest layout, and timber marking
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with ESRI products and the use of ArcGIS Pro and/or Field Maps
• Experience and comfort in working in remote field settings, experience with outdoor/backcountry navigation. Conditions in the Maine woods can vary and exposure to the elements as well as insect pests are expected.
• Resourceful and able to work well both independently and in collaboration with others
• Must have a valid drivers license and ability to operate a vehicle
• Passion for outdoor recreation, conservation, and environmental advocacy
• You bring a commitment to creating an equitable, inclusive, and culturally relevant environment for AMC employees, guests, visitors, volunteers, and other constituents
• You’re passionate about AMC’s mission of conservation and forest restoration

What AMC Can Offer You

Salary range: $19.00/hr

We are committed to fair compensation practices, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

• Room & Board:  Dorm-style room for $75/week – meals included, too! 
• Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week  
• Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
• Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service 
• Other Team Member Perks:  
  • 30% discount on AMC Merchandise  
  • Free Annual AMC Membership 
  • 4 Free nights at AMC locations 
  • Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more! 

To Apply:  

Please include a resume and letter of interest. No phone calls or agencies please.  AMC’s commitment to working at the intersection of people and the outdoors extends to our hiring process. Every application is reviewed by real people and our team does not use AI to screen candidates or replace human judgment.

As we review your resume and setup interviews, our goal is to get to know you as an individual. While AI may be a helpful preparation tool, it is important to know that our priority is to understand your unique voice, experience, and perspective. If your application includes a writing prompt, please be prepared to discuss your reasoning and approach.

AMC encourages all interested candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification. If you have a passion for the outdoors and believe your skills and experiences align with this role, we welcome your application.  

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility that serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.