Paid Arborist Intern: Hands-On Field Training

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDP Booklets

Climbing gear provided

PPE provided

LMS training

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Stow, OH offers an Arborist Trainee Internship starting Spring-Summer 2027. This field-based program lets students work alongside seasoned arborists, climbers and Plant Health Care staff to learn in a real-world setting and grow their career in the green industry.

Expect 40-50 hours per week, with pay of $22–$23 per hour. You will learn tree pruning, cabling, plant health care, equipment operation, and client service while gaining exposure to daily operations and

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 to be a tree professional by working in the field with experienced arborists.
• Perform tree pruning, cabling, bracing and maintenance.
• Operate chainsaws, chippers, and other field equipment safely.
• Support Plant Health Care tasks, including soil care and pest management.
• Engage in client service, sales, and leadership fundamentals.

Education

Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Stow, OH offers an Arborist Trainee Internship starting Spring-Summer 2027. This field-based program lets students work alongside seasoned arborists, climbers and Plant Health Care staff to learn in a real-world setting and grow their career in the green industry.

Expect 40-50 hours per week, with pay of $22–$23 per hour. You will learn tree pruning, cabling, plant health care, equipment operation, and client service while gaining exposure to daily operations and