Arborist Internship – Field-Based, Paid & Hands-On

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-On Training & Safety Commitment

Access to LMS

Winter Virtual Orientation

Regional Summer Intern Workshops

Monthly Check-In Calls

Paid online learning during school

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Chantilly, VA. This field-based program runs spring to summer 2027 and provides hands-on training with experienced arborists in a busy residential tree care setting.

You will work a 40-50 hour week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays, earning $22–$23 per hour. CDL is a plus, and the internship emphasizes safety, career development, and practical skill-building.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in arboriculture/forestry or related program.
• Driver's license required; CDL a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn to be a tree doctor in field-based internship.
• Assist with pruning, removal, cabling and maintenance.
• Participate in tree and landscape installation.
• Operate equipment safely (chainsaws, chippers, PPE).
• Support plant health care, pest and disease management.
• Experience daily operations of a residential tree care office.
• Develop client service, sales, management and leadership fundamentals.

Skills

Enthusiasm for proper plant care andAr

Love of the Outdoors

Positive attitude

Punctuality

Collaboration and communication

Education

Arboriculture/forestry related study

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Chantilly, VA. This field-based program runs spring to summer 2027 and provides hands-on training with experienced arborists in a busy residential tree care setting.

You will work a 40-50 hour week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays, earning $22–$23 per hour. CDL is a plus, and the internship emphasizes safety, career development, and practical skill-building.