Paid Arborist Internship — Hands-On Field Training
The Davey Tree Expert Company
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Job summary
The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in a field-based role. Work alongside experienced Arborists, Climbers, and Plant Health Care professionals to learn pruning, removal, cabling, installation, and health care for trees and landscapes.
Hours are 40–50 per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays. Pay is $22–$23 per hour. This internship begins in Spring–Summer 2027 at our Dulles, VA location, with on-site work and safety training provided.
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
Education
Job description
The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in a field-based role. Work alongside experienced Arborists, Climbers, and Plant Health Care professionals to learn pruning, removal, cabling, installation, and health care for trees and landscapes.
Hours are 40–50 per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays. Pay is $22–$23 per hour. This internship begins in Spring–Summer 2027 at our Dulles, VA location, with on-site work and safety training provided.
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