Arborist Internship: Hands-On Field Training & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-On Training

All climbing gear provided

PPE provided

Industry-leading training

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Portland, ME is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship beginning Spring-Summer 2027. The role is field-based, with 40-50 hours per week, Monday to Friday and some Saturdays, paying $22–$23 per hour.

Interns gain hands-on experience alongside seasoned arborists and landscape professionals, in a program emphasizing safety and skill development. Interns receive hands-on training, climbing gear and PPE, and access to industry-leading LMS-based training, winter

Qualifications

• Must be studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Driver’s license required; CDL a plus
• Must have enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture
• Love of the outdoors and willingness to learn
• Reliable attendance and good collaboration/communication skills

Responsibilities

• Learn to be a tree doctor by working in the field with experienced Arborists, Climbers and Plant Health Care technicians
• Perform tree pruning, removal, cabling, bracing and general maintenance
• Assist with Tree & Landscape installation
• Operate equipment safely including chainsaws, chippers and related tools
• Support plant health care tasks including deep root fertilization and pest/disease management
• Engage in client service, sales, management and leadership fundamentals

Skills

Enthusiasm for plant care

Love of the Outdoors

Willingness to learn

Punctuality

Collaboration & communication

Education

Arboriculture studies

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Portland, ME is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship beginning Spring-Summer 2027. The role is field-based, with 40-50 hours per week, Monday to Friday and some Saturdays, paying $22–$23 per hour.

Interns gain hands-on experience alongside seasoned arborists and landscape professionals, in a program emphasizing safety and skill development. Interns receive hands-on training, climbing gear and PPE, and access to industry-leading LMS-based training, winter