Arborist Intern: Field Training & Tree Health Care

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Needham, MA beginning Spring-Summer 2027. You’ll work in the field alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care teams to gain hands-on experience in tree care, pruning, installation, and safety protocols.

Hours are 40–50 per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays. Compensation is $22–$23 per hour, on-site, with extensive training and development opportunities in Davey’s systems and career paths.

Qualifications

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Driver’s license required; Commercial driver’s license a plus
• Enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture
• Love of the Outdoors
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated ability to report to work regularly and punctually
• Collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Learn to be a tree doctor; work in the field with Arborists, Climbers and Plant Health Care technicians
• Tree pruning, removing, cabling, bracing and maintenance
• Tree & Landscape installation
• Safe operation of equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and other tools
• Plant Health Care, including deep root fertilization, soil care and integrated pest & disease management
• Exposure to the daily operations and business components of a Residential Tree Care office
• Client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Needham, MA beginning Spring-Summer 2027. You’ll work in the field alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care teams to gain hands-on experience in tree care, pruning, installation, and safety protocols.

Hours are 40–50 per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays. Compensation is $22–$23 per hour, on-site, with extensive training and development opportunities in Davey’s systems and career paths.