Climbing Arborist Intern — Paid Summer Experience

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health plan

Paid time off

Scholarship program

Employee stock purchase

Career development

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a student for a Summer 2027 Arborist Trainee Internship in Boulder, CO. This is a temporary, full-time role designed for college students on summer break to gain hands-on field experience.

Starting date is flexible with a focus on learning tree care, pruning, and client service. Rate of pay is $22.00 per hour, with opportunities for advancement and professional safety training provided on hire.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights is preferred.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Orientation Program and safety trainings on hire.
• First Aid, CPR and defensive driving courses will be required on hire.
• Preferred: Any pesticide licenses/certifications required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and work as part of a tree crew.
• Progressively learn pruning, removal, and client service skills.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in hazardous tree removal and safety-focused operations.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws and chippers.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry/Horticulture background

Orientation & safety training

First Aid/CPR training

Pesticide licenses (if required)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a student for a Summer 2027 Arborist Trainee Internship in Boulder, CO. This is a temporary, full-time role designed for college students on summer break to gain hands-on field experience.

Starting date is flexible with a focus on learning tree care, pruning, and client service. Rate of pay is $22.00 per hour, with opportunities for advancement and professional safety training provided on hire.