Arborist Intern: Hands-On Field Training & Growth

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Indianapolis, IN is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship beginning Spring-Summer 2027. You will work on a field-based internship with seasoned Arborists, learning tree care, planting, pruning and customer service in a residential setting.

As a student in Arboriculture or related discipline, you will gain hands-on experience, safety training, and exposure to company operations and career pathways across our four service lines nationwide.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing studies in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline.
• Driver's license required; Commercial driver’s license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn to be a tree doctor and work in the field with experienced Arborists, Climbers and Plant Health Care technicians to deliver exceptional client service and maintain the health and beauty of trees & landscapes.
• Tree pruning, removing, cabling, bracing and maintenance.
• Tree & Landscape Installation.
• Safe operation of equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and other tools used in the field.
• Plant Health Care, including deep root fertilization, soil care and integrated pest & disease management.
• Exposure to the daily operations and business components that power a successful Residential Tree Care office.
• Client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals.

Skills

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Education

Currently studying Arboriculture or related discipline

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Indianapolis, IN is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship beginning Spring-Summer 2027. You will work on a field-based internship with seasoned Arborists, learning tree care, planting, pruning and customer service in a residential setting.

As a student in Arboriculture or related discipline, you will gain hands-on experience, safety training, and exposure to company operations and career pathways across our four service lines nationwide.