Forest Jobs

There are many careers that deal with forests, the products that are made from tress and in the greater forest industry. “What are they?” you ask. They include: public forestry and parks agencies; companies that own land and make forest products; companies that make harvesting equipment, recreational equipment and clothing, and many more. Below is a list of representatives of companies and organizations that work in, with and around the forest. Enjoy your tour of these organizations and see if you can find one that fits your job vision.

Web Links:

Society of American Foresters – Look what foresters do.

State Forestry Agencies – You may work for a state forestry agency.

American Forest and Paper Association – You may work for a forest industry company.

Forestry Suppliers – Some foresters and others work in supply companies.

National Park Service – You may work in a National Park. Check the Employment page.

U.S. Forest Service – You may work in a National Forest. Check the Employment page.

Franklin/ Tree Farmer Harvesting Equipment – Some foresters work with logging equipment manufacturers.

Association of Consulting Foresters – Some foresters work for themselves as consultants to private landowners, forest industry and government.

International Arborists Association – Arborists, landscapers and foresters work together on city trees too.