Hampton Lumber is a family-owned forest products business headquartered in Portland, Oregon, employing about 1,600 people primarily in Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia. Hampton owns approximately 140,000 acres of U.S. timberland, managed on a sustainable basis, certified through the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, and nine sawmills in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia with normal lumber production capacity in excess of 2.2 billion board feet.
Hampton Lumber's internship program is tailored for the intern to be mentored and guided by an individual supervisor in their area of career aspiration. The structure of the internship will allow for interns to gain experience and take ownership of specific projects that further their education and knowledge in their respective fields, while also networking with industry professionals. We continually strive to "Find A Better Way Every Day" and safety is a part of the Hampton culture. Interns work alongside company leaders and assist with challenges essential to the workplace by working on projects that truly benefit the company.
This is an Internship for the summer of 2024 no benefits for this position.
Robotics/Automation Intern (Based out of Willamina, OR) The Robotics/ Automation Intern will work alongside and be mentored by professional Engineers, Electricians, Technicians, and other mill professionals. Our internships are structured as entry-level opportunities that expose participants to marketable skills and build proficiencies in various manufacturing disciplines. Interns will be assigned specific projects to work on for the duration of their time but will also be included in several day-to-day activities being worked on by the engineering team.
2+ years of college with a 3.0 + GPA in an Engineering discipline (or comparable industry experience) Teamwork Good Communication Research Skills Organization Skills Critical Thinking Problem Solving Programming (python, Java, C) Microcontroller (Arduino, Raspberry Pi) Machine Vision (highly desired) Motor control Robotics experience (highly desired) Must be available for the three-month duration of the internship beginning in June 2024
Preferred candidates will have completed at least two years of college courses.
How to Apply: Please upload a cover letter and resume . " Additional Documents" include a copy of your unofficial transcript (3.0 or better GPA is required for consideration) and relevant projects you have completed. (this can be a team project – specify your part) Cover letters should be specific to the program you are applying to. Cover letters without detailed explanations of qualifications will not be considered. The position is now open and will close as it is filled. Compensation is based on the candidate's experience. Learn more at hamptonlumber.com , or follow us on Facebook: @HamptonLumber . You can also learn about our company and our priorities by visiting our blog . Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.
Disability accommodation available: If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office for the location you are applying.
For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: EEO is the Law and its accompanying temporary supplement .
