GIS Developer Student

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a post-secondary program in GIS, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Previous GIS, software development, or co-op work term experience is considered an asset but is not required.

• Familiarity with ESRI products such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Experience through coursework, projects, or work terms creating web maps, dashboards, or GIS applications.
• Basic understanding of GIS application development concepts and enterprise GIS environments.
• Familiarity with relational database concepts; experience with Oracle or other relational databases is an asset.
• Familiarity with Python, JavaScript, SQL, or other programming languages through coursework or projects is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

We would like to get to know you.

Your application package should include your resume and cover letter addressing:

• The year of education you will have completed by May 2027.
• Why do you want to work for Western Forest Products?
• Describe your career aspirations and how your skills and interests align with this opportunity.

To apply, please either submit your application through your co-op program coordinator or apply online at www.westernforest.com/careers

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people.

Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace.

We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed.

Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products.

Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted.

We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world.

The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper.

This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.