What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Summer Intern position at Plateau Forest Products, LLC?
Plateau Forest Products is a powerhouse in the lumber & building products industry who has grown into one of the largest wholesale distributors in North America. As an employee-owned company located in beautiful Bend, Oregon, we have built our business by providing quality lumber solutions to our customers and suppliers.
We are looking for competitive and ambitious individuals to join our team and get an early opportunity to enter the world of commodity trading through our 2026 summer internship program.
Interns will focus on multiple departments and segments of our company, developing an invaluable understanding of the lumber industry and the role of trader at PFP. Successful interns immerse themselves in our company, forge connections and demonstrate curiosity. Our company offers a unique and exciting work culture that values hard work but also knows how to play hard and enjoy the rewards of our success.
This is a paid internship, and a housing allowance is provided for those without a local residence.
Responsibilities:
- Administrative tasks, including but not limited to: covering phones, filing, document labeling, data entry, market segmentation & strategy and more
- Attend and participate in meetings with traders and start to learn the tricks of the trade
- Complete specialty projects assigned by various departments within PFP, such as supporting logistics, credit or invoicing
- Interns will practice interpersonal skills, particularly by engaging and building relationships with our traders and staff.
- Interns will complete a presentation (written and PPT) for Trading team on the creation of a business plan selling a physical item/good.
- To broaden their industry knowledge Interns will participate in trips to a Lumber mill and retail lumber outlets.
To thrive in this role, you are:
- Junior or senior in college
- High energy with an entrepreneurial spirit
- Motivated and have a strong desire to succeed
- A team player who likes to be a part of a winning team
- A curious learner who is self-driven and proactive