Arboriculture Internship

Bartlett; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Uniforms & PPE

Training opportunities

Equipment provided

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Zeeland, MI is offering a Summer Arboriculture Internship. This 8–12 week program gives hands-on training with arborists on commercial and residential properties, emphasizing safety and professional growth.

As an Arboriculture Intern you will learn tree care fundamentals, assist with pruning, rigging, pest identification and environmental management, while developing client relations and field skills in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant degree and enthusiasm for arboriculture.
• Interest in field-based learning and safety practices.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pruning, rigging, cabling and plant care on sites.
• Learn to identify trees, pests and diseases; perform soil sampling.
• Engage in safety meetings and professional networking with mentors.
• Develop practical skills with equipment like hand tools and chainsaws.

Skills

Outdoor environment

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing a degree in Arboriculture or related field

Job description

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 Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This is a unique opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands-on training. Our Summer Internships are 8-12 weeks, 40 hours per week, and generally, start in May (start and end dates are flexible based on your availability).

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• 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

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

As an Arboriculture Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of scientific tree and shrub care, while exploring different facets of this rewarding industry. Your internship may provide the following hands-on experience

• Learning and safely performing different aspects of arboriculture, including
  • Pruning
  • Rigging
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Root collar excavations
  • Removals
  • Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Gaining an understanding of 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
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• 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 conditionsA positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team

About Us

Bartlett Tree Experts is a 100+-year-old scientific tree and shrub care company with over 140 offices in the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland. Built on family values and the pursuit of scientific tree care, we are proud of the quality of our work, level of service, award-winning safety record, and, most of all, our people. With services including pruning, insect and disease management, soil care and fertilization, and cabling and bracing, we strive to keep trees healthy and beautiful.

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

Zeeland

MI

Internships

10/26/2026

Temporary Full-Time