Summer Student
Posted 3 days ago
Job Description
Posting ID:
29059
Position Type:
Seasonal
City:
Grande Prairie, AB, Canada
Location:
Grande Prairie
The Opportunity
Canfor is currently seeking Summer Students to join our team. We are looking for candidates who are interested in a growth opportunity in a production environment who will train in various areas of the mill site. This position involves manual labour and possible exposure to dusts and/or chemicals. Candidates must be full time students and enrolled in Post-Secondary Institution for September 2026.
The Role
The Candidate
We believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to driving productivity, creativity, innovation, and maintaining a competitive edge. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and equitable, focusing on qualifications and experience.
We appreciate all candidates' interest, but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.
Job Segment: Intern, Entry Level
29059
Position Type:
Seasonal
City:
Grande Prairie, AB, Canada
Location:
Grande Prairie
The Opportunity
Canfor is currently seeking Summer Students to join our team. We are looking for candidates who are interested in a growth opportunity in a production environment who will train in various areas of the mill site. This position involves manual labour and possible exposure to dusts and/or chemicals. Candidates must be full time students and enrolled in Post-Secondary Institution for September 2026.
The Role
- Ensure safety standards are met by following Canfor safe work and lockout procedures
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness in your work area and throughout the mill
- Train and develop skills in various areas of the mill site
- Develop strong working relationships with your peers and production team
The Candidate
- Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
- Available to work shiftwork
- Completion of Grade 12/GED or a minimum of 2 years industrial work experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot
- Positive attitude and a self-starter
- Able to work in an environment that may include exposure to weather, dust, chemicals, moving mechanical parts, and noise.
We believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to driving productivity, creativity, innovation, and maintaining a competitive edge. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and equitable, focusing on qualifications and experience.
We appreciate all candidates' interest, but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.
Job Segment: Intern, Entry Level
About Canfor
Industry
Construction Forestry, Fishing, Mining, Oil and EnergyCompany Size
5001-10,000 employees
Application closing date is 2026-04-28
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