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Our internship and scholarship programs empower students in our operating areas to further their education.
Our Opportunity Internship Program allows forest and natural resource undergraduate and graduate students to explore potential forestry careers. We offer a variety of scholarship opportunities within our various regions, including our signature Mark E. Reed Scholarships.
This summer program is geared toward students pursuing academic degrees in forestry and other natural resources programs. Our goal is to provide students of diverse backgrounds and experience with opportunities to get to know our company and our industry—at the same time enriching our business with fresh talent and perspectives. After completing their internships, students are eligible for a scholarship of up to $3,000. Since the program’s inception in 2017, we have hired 18 Opportunity Interns. Our 2022 recipients included:
Since 1947, our Mark E. Reed Scholarship has supported many deserving students. The program was established to honor one of our company’s earliest leaders who influenced the education of many young people in Washington State. Through the program, we award scholarships of $3,000 each to students attending high schools and colleges in our operating communities. The funds may be used for tuition, books or living expenses incurred while pursuing education beyond high school.
While there are some variables considered in the selection process, merit is the principal determinant. Local boards evaluate candidates on:
Applications are due by Feb. 28.
To download a complete application—including qualifications and application instructions for the Washington, Oregon or California regions—select from the choices below. Each application is available in PDF format. Please send all completed applications to the address provided on the application.
These scholarships recognize and support individuals pursuing vocational, technical, college, community college and graduate programs in fields of study that enrich natural resources and related industries. Successful applicants demonstrate industry involvement, academic merit and participation in extra-curricular activities and receive awards up to $1,000. We give special consideration to children, grandchildren, and spouses of Green Diamond employees.
Applications are accepted December 1 through March 31. Learn more and apply.
These scholarships are available to Native Youth and Indigenous high school seniors and college students in California’s Humboldt and Del Norte counties who are pursuing natural resource-related majors (e.g., forestry, fisheries, botany, wildlife, fire ecology, soils, rangeland management, etc.) at College of the Redwoods or Cal Poly Humboldt. Successful applicants receive scholarship awards up to $2,500.
Applications are due by March 4 and can be submitted through the Humboldt Area Foundation website. Learn more and apply.
This Cal Poly Humboldt scholarship program honors former Green Diamond President James T. Brown and his career in Humboldt County, California. Scholarships are available to Cal Poly Humboldt juniors and seniors seeking a degree in forestry with career aspirations in the timber industry. Successful applicants receive scholarship awards up to $1,000.
Applications are due by March 1. Visit Cal Poly Humboldt’s website to learn more and apply.
This Cal Poly Humboldt scholarship program honors former senior biologist Lowell Diller and his dedication to wildlife sciences. Scholarships are available to Cal Poly Humboldt juniors and seniors seeking a degree in wildlife who also demonstrate Mr. Diller's passion for wildlife, fieldwork and teaching. Successful applicants receive scholarship awards up to $1,000.
Applications are due by April 15. Visit Cal Poly Humboldt’s website to learn more and apply.
If you have questions or would like more information about our scholarship programs, please contact scholarship@greendiamond.com.
