Vermont Wood Works Council Internship
Overview
The Woodworking Internship Program in Vermont is a four-week paid internship program that provides hands-on experience in woodworking and furniture making. The internship is open to anyone who is interested in beginning a career in woodworking and any shop that is associated with the Vermont Wood Works Council.
Program Benefits
Participants will receive a stipend of $3,600 for their four weeks of work paid by the employer/internship host and reimbursed by the Vermont Wood Works Council. Participants will gain hands-on experience in woodworking and furniture making by learning from experienced members of the field. Some internships have the potential to lead to a full time job.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be interested in woodworking or furniture making as a career & must be able to meet the physical demands of the internship.
Program Structure
Interns will apply to specific company internship programs. Once accepted by a company, the intern will spend one month doing rotations at that woodworking company, emphasizing hands-on experience learning to build.
Examples of Jobs in Woodworking:
- Expert wood turner at Andrew Pearce
- CNC operator at Built By Newport
- Introductory woodworking instructor at HatchSpace
- Finish Carpenter at Birdseye Builders
- Timber framer at Winterwood Timber Frames
Skills that make a great woodworker!
- Basic Carpentry Skills: Sawing, drilling, and sanding.
- Knowledge of Tools and Equipment: Understanding how to use and maintain woodworking tools.
- Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
- Attention to Detail: Precise and meticulous work.
- Creativity and Imagination: Visualizing finished products.
- Design and Aesthetics: Strong sense of design and aesthetics.
- Versatility: Ability to work with different types of wood and finishes.
- Physical Strength and Stamina: Woodworking can be physically demanding.
- Hand-Eye Coordination: Necessary for precision and accuracy.
- Communication Skills: Effectively communicating with clients and colleagues.
