If trees are the raw materials, then the mills are where the forest resources base is located. Graduates also work for companies selling chemicals, equipment, and process control systems to the industry. These companies often are located near mills or in a metropolitan area with convenient access to transportation facilities. Travel is an integral part of their job assignments. Some students decide to continue their education in graduate school before accepting a full-time permanent position.
Graduates often have diverse experiences in their first permanent position.
These can depend on the exact nature of the company's business and needs. Typically, the first assignment is working as part of a team who are assigned a specific project. This position might be titled Process Engineer. Installation of new equipment and start-ups of new processes are other challenging assignments. Quality Control Engineer 4.