Arborist Intern: Hands-On Field Training

Davey Tree Expert Co; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee Internship in Morris Plains, NJ. This field-based internship begins Spring-Summer 2027 and provides hands-on experience alongside seasoned Arborists, Climbers, and landscape professionals.

Expect 40–50 hours per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays, and a pay rate of $22–$23 per hour. Training, safety focus, and industry exposure are core to this internship.

Qualifications

• Studying arboriculture or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Learn tree pruning, removal, cabling and maintenance.
• Assist with tree and landscape installation and safe equipment use.
• Support plant health care tasks including deep root fertilization and pest management.
• Support client service and field operations under supervision.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee Internship in Morris Plains, NJ. This field-based internship begins Spring-Summer 2027 and provides hands-on experience alongside seasoned Arborists, Climbers, and landscape professionals.

Expect 40–50 hours per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays, and a pay rate of $22–$23 per hour. Training, safety focus, and industry exposure are core to this internship.