Arboriculture Internship

Bartlett Tree Experts; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided uniforms and equipment

Access to training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is offering a Summer Internship for Arboriculture Interns in Gettysburg, PA. Interns will gain hands-on experience in tree care, equipment operation, and integrated pest management while working in a safety-first professional environment. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a degree in Arboriculture or related fields, with a passion for nature and outdoor work. The internship duration is flexible from 8 to 12 weeks, starting in May.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, or related field.
• Interest in working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A passion for nature and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pruning, rigging, and operating equipment.
• Participate in integrated pest management programs.
• Engage in safety training meetings and develop relationships.

Skills

Interest in working outdoors

Ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team

Willingness to learn

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Arboriculture or related field

Job description

Summer Internship Overview

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a Summer Internship with Bartlett Tree Experts. As an Arboriculture Intern, you will work alongside our dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This 8‑12 week, 40‑hour per week internship generally starts in May, with start and end dates flexible based on your availability.

Benefits

• A safety‑first culture and professional workplace
• Company‑provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories

Responsibilities

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in:

• Pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, root collar excavations, removals, and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Integrated pest management programs, including property inspections, tree identification, insect and disease identification and management, soil sampling, record‑keeping, report writing, and client relations
• Participating in safety and training meetings and developing professional relationships and friendships

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Turfgrass, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field
• Interest in working outdoors in all weather conditions
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi‑disciplinary team

About the Company

Bartlett Tree Experts is a 100‑plus‑year‑old scientific tree and shrub care company with over 140 offices across the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland. Built on family values and the pursuit of scientific tree care, we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, level of service, award‑winning safety record, and, most of all, our people.

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.