Arborist Trainee Internship — Hands-On Field Training

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gear and PPE provided

Hands-on training

Industry-leading training via LMS

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Indianapolis, IN. You will work in the field with experienced Arborists, climbers, and Plant Health Care technicians to deliver excellent client service and maintain tree and landscape health.

The internship runs spring to summer 2027, with hands-on training, safety commitment, and career development opportunities across four service lines nationwide.

Qualifications

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline.
• Driver’s license required; Commercial driver’s license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn tree care practices in the field alongside experienced Arborists.
• Perform tree pruning, removal, cabling, bracing and maintenance.
• Assist with tree and landscape installations.
• Safely operate equipment including chainsaws, chippers and other field tools.
• Gain exposure to daily operations of a Residential Tree Care office.

Skills

Enthusiasm for plant care

Love of the Outdoors

Positive attitude

Punctuality

Collaboration and communication

Driver's license

Education

Studying Arboriculture/related discipline

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Indianapolis, IN. You will work in the field with experienced Arborists, climbers, and Plant Health Care technicians to deliver excellent client service and maintain tree and landscape health.

The internship runs spring to summer 2027, with hands-on training, safety commitment, and career development opportunities across four service lines nationwide.