Education is a lifelong endeavor

Explore a wealth of resources for students of all ages and experience.

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Media library

Publications, videos, and websites to learn more about how western hardwood forests are managed and how the products are produced.

Hardwood information sources
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Scholarships

Opportunities for students of forestry, wood science, product design, and related fields.

Contact us December through February for the following academic year's scholarship information and application.

Email us for an application
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Design contest

Date
May 19, 2026, 5:00 PM
Place
Oregon State University, Tallwood Design Institute, Red Emmerson Hall, Advanced Wood Products Lab

Students from Oregon State University and University of Oregon will be showcasing their projects designed with hardwoods. Interested? Come view!

Design competition

Information about WHA's annual furniture design competition. Coming soon.

Internship opportunities

For students looking for meaningful work experience in a vibrant industry and employers looking to connect with them.

Students: check the current listings below.
Companies: fill out the form to submit opportunities.

Current internship listings

There are no open listings right now. Check back soon, or email the WHA office to hear about new opportunities.

Company internship form

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Hardwood specs

Download WHA’s hardwood workability chart.

Download the workability chart (PDF)