Arborist Intern: Hands-On Field Training & Tree Care

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

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee Internship in the Boston North Shore area (Danvers, MA). This field-based internship runs Spring-Summer 2027 and offers hands-on experience alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care technicians.

You will learn tree care, pruning, installation, and safety while building client service skills. Hours are 40-50 per week, Monday to Friday with some Saturdays, and pay is $22-$23 per hour.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Learn to be a tree professional in the field alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care technicians.
• Perform tree pruning, removal, cabling, bracing, and maintenance tasks.
• Assist in Tree & Landscape installation and safe operation of field equipment (chainsaws, chippers).
• Support Plant Health Care activities including root fertilization, soil care, and pest/disease management.
• Gain exposure to daily operations and business aspects of a residential tree care office.
• Develop client service, sales, and leadership fundamentals.

Skills

Arboriculture studies

Outdoor enthusiasm

Punctuality

Team collaboration

Education

Studying Arboriculture or related discipline

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee Internship in the Boston North Shore area (Danvers, MA). This field-based internship runs Spring-Summer 2027 and offers hands-on experience alongside experienced Arborists and Plant Health Care technicians.

You will learn tree care, pruning, installation, and safety while building client service skills. Hours are 40-50 per week, Monday to Friday with some Saturdays, and pay is $22-$23 per hour.