Paid Arborist Internship: Hands-On Field Training

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Woodstock (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Woodstock, VT. This field-based internship begins in Spring-Summer 2027, with 40-50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and some Saturdays. You will work in the field with experienced arborists and gain exposure to Tree Care operations.

Interns receive hands-on training, safety gear, and access to industry-leading learning resources. The program emphasizes career development, customer service, and growth within Davey’s

Qualifications

• Must be studying arboriculture or related discipline.
• Driver’s license required; Commercial driver’s license a plus.
• 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

• Learn to be a tree doctor and work in the field alongside experienced Arborists, Climbers and Plant Health Care technicians and Landscape professionals to deliver exceptional client service and maintain the health and beauty of trees & landscapes.
• 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 proper plant care

Love of the Outdoors

Positive attitude and willingness to

Dependability and punctuality

Collaboration and communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is offering an Arborist Trainee Internship in Woodstock, VT. This field-based internship begins in Spring-Summer 2027, with 40-50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and some Saturdays. You will work in the field with experienced arborists and gain exposure to Tree Care operations.

Interns receive hands-on training, safety gear, and access to industry-leading learning resources. The program emphasizes career development, customer service, and growth within Davey’s