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Foresters

Tips for Entry

For job listings, visit:

  • http://careercenter.eforester.org
  • https://www.fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/careers
  • https://ucfs.mcjobboard.net/jobs
  • https://foreststewardsguild.org/jobs

To learn more about the field, read:

  • American Forests: https://www.americanforests.org/american-forests-magazine
  • City Trees: https://www.urban-forestry.com/city-trees
  • Journal of Forestry: https://www.eforester.org/Main/Library/Journal_of_Forestry.aspx
  • The Forest Steward: https://foreststewardsguild.org/magazine
  • Urban and Community Forestry Society Blog: https://ucfsociety.org/blog

Join the Society of American Foresters (SAF) and other organizations to access publications, receive discounts on certification and continuing education, and access networking opportunities.

Talk to foresters about their careers. Both the Forest Stewards Guild (https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/find-a-forester-directory-webinar-for-professional-members) and the SAF (https://www.eforester.org/Main/Professional_Development/Certified_Forester/Find_a_Certified_Professional/Main/Certification/Find_a_Certified_Professional.aspx) offer member lists at their Web sites. These are good sources of interview leads.

Attend the SAF's annual convention to network and participate in continuing education seminars and workshops.

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