Arboriculture Summer Internship: Hands-On Tree Care

Bartlett; White Stone (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety‑first culture and professional

Company uniforms, PPE, gear, and equip

Training programs and resources from R

Access to Bartlett Research Labs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is offering a Summer Internship for an Arboriculture Intern to work with a team of arborists on commercial and residential properties. The program provides hands-on training in scientific tree and shrub care with flexible start and end dates, typically 8–12 weeks at 40 hours per week.

The internship emphasizes safety, professional development, access to training, and exposure to research-backed practices from Bartlett’s laboratories.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in arboriculture or related field.
• Interest in outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Positive attitude with willingness to learn and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing; root collar excavations.
• Removals and proper operation of hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Gaining knowledge of integrated pest management: inspections, ID, and management.

Education

Pursuing a degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Turfgrass, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is offering a Summer Internship for an Arboriculture Intern to work with a team of arborists on commercial and residential properties. The program provides hands-on training in scientific tree and shrub care with flexible start and end dates, typically 8–12 weeks at 40 hours per week.

The internship emphasizes safety, professional development, access to training, and exposure to research-backed practices from Bartlett’s laboratories.