Arborist Internship: Hands-On Tree Care & Growth Path

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-On Training

Safety Commitment

Career Development & Advancement

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Dulles, VA is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship for Spring-Summer 2027. This field-based program provides hands-on learning alongside experienced arborists and landscape professionals, with a 40–50 hour workweek and hourly pay of $22–$23.

Safe operation of equipment is emphasized, along with practical client service skills. Interns receive comprehensive training, benefit from Davey’s four service lines nationwide, and gain career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license a plus
• Must have enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture
• Love of the Outdoors!
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated ability to report to work regularly and punctually
• Collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

• 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

Enthusiasm for plant care

Love of the Outdoors

Positive attitude and willingness to学习

Punctuality and reliability

Collaboration and communication skills

Tools

Driver's license

Commercial driver’s license (CDL) a plus

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Dulles, VA is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship for Spring-Summer 2027. This field-based program provides hands-on learning alongside experienced arborists and landscape professionals, with a 40–50 hour workweek and hourly pay of $22–$23.

Safe operation of equipment is emphasized, along with practical client service skills. Interns receive comprehensive training, benefit from Davey’s four service lines nationwide, and gain career development opportunities