Forest Industry Careers

Opportunities for College Students

NAWLA Education Foundation

A 501(c)3 non-profit corporation that collaborates with universities to offer students engaging coursework, exciting field experiences, and practical internships in the lumber distribution field.

The NAWLA Education Foundation offers college students seeking a career in the lumber and wood products industry intensive one week workshops that showcase available opportunities. Learn more by clicking here.

Society of American Foresters Accreditation

In the United States, the Society of American Forests (SAF) is responsible for for the accreditation of post-secondary degree-granting programs in forestry and natural resources. Accredited degree programs meet established quality standards established by SAF.

Learn more by clicking here.

Forestry Career Paths

Click on any of the links below to learn more about careers within the forest industry.

• Arborist
• Aquatic Biologist
• Botanist
• Chemist
• Ecologist
• Entomologist
• Environmental Engineer
• Forester
• GIS Specialist
• Logger
• Microbiologist
• Science Teacher
• Wildlife Biologist