Arborist Intern — Hands-On Field Training & Growth

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-On Training & Safety Commitment

Uniforms and PPE provided

LMS-based training & career dev.

Career Development & Advancement

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Horsham, PA. This field-based internship begins Spring-Summer 2027 and involves 40-50 hours per week with a salary of $22–$23 per hour.

You will work alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care professionals to build a career in tree care. Required studies in Arboriculture or related fields; valid driver's license; eagerness to learn and contribute in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Driver’s license required; commercial 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 and landscape professionals to deliver client service and maintain tree and landscape health
• Tree pruning, removing, cabling, bracing and maintenance
• Tree and landscape installation
• Safe operation of equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and other field tools
• Plant Health Care: deep root fertilization, soil care and pest & disease management
• Exposure to daily operations and business components of a residential tree care office
• Client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals

Skills

Enthusiasm for arboriculture

Outdoor aptitude

Reliability

Team collaboration

Education

Studying Arboriculture/related discipline

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Horsham, PA. This field-based internship begins Spring-Summer 2027 and involves 40-50 hours per week with a salary of $22–$23 per hour.

You will work alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care professionals to build a career in tree care. Required studies in Arboriculture or related fields; valid driver's license; eagerness to learn and contribute in a collaborative environment.