Arborist Intern: Hands-On Field Training (Paid)

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-On Training

Safety Commitment

Learning LMS Access

Intern Workshops

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in NORTH PHILADELPHIA, PA. This on-site internship begins Spring-Summer 2027, with 40-50 hours per week and a pay rate of $22–$23 per hour.

Interns will work in the field alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care technicians, gaining hands-on experience and industry training. Interns will participate in tree care activities, installation, equipment operation, and customer service, while learning career

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture.
• Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn to be a tree doctor; work in the field with Arborists, Climbers and Plant Health Care technicians and Landscape professionals to deliver 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
• Introduce career orientated students to exceptional opportunities in the green industry, providing a safe, inclusive, and engaging work environment for students to learn, develop, and employ life and job skills from Davey professionals.

Skills

Enthusiasm for plant care

Love of the outdoors

Positive attitude

Punctual attendance

Collaboration and communication

Education

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

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in NORTH PHILADELPHIA, PA. This on-site internship begins Spring-Summer 2027, with 40-50 hours per week and a pay rate of $22–$23 per hour.

Interns will work in the field alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care technicians, gaining hands-on experience and industry training. Interns will participate in tree care activities, installation, equipment operation, and customer service, while learning career