Arborist Trainee Intern

Spring - Summer 2026 Arborist Trainee Internship With Davey Tree Expert Company

The Davey Tree Expert Company is looking for exceptional students who are interested in expanding their field experience in the areas of Tree Care, Plant Health Care, Sales and Client Services. Starting date is flexible - we are currently looking for internship candidates for Spring / Summer, 2026.

What you'll do : Learn to be a tree doctor! Introduce career orientated students to exceptional opportunities in the industry including tree care, tree climbing, chainsaw use, plant health care and customer service. Internships in each division may vary in length depending on availability. Interns will be assigned a manager who will mentor them through a variety of job experiences within the industry. Throughout your experience, you will work on residential and commercial properties and in an office setting. Hours : 40-50 hours per week; Monday - Friday with some Saturdays.

What we're looking for : Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline. Driver's license required. Commercial driver's license highly valuable. Starting at $25.00 hourly. Must have enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture. Love of the outdoors! Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Demonstrated ability to report for work regularly and punctually. Collaboration and communication skills.

Experience and perks we offer : Over 140 years of service gives you job security. National reputation for Stewardship and Excellence. Promotes ambitious, team-focused experts quickly and focuses on continuing education. Commitment to safety : Interns will work towards completing the CDP "C" Climber / Trimmer Career Development Booklet. Interns have the opportunity to begin completing the Plant Health Care Career Development Booklet. Access to industry related training materials. Climbing gear, uniforms and PPE provided. Monthly check-in calls to review progress and meet Davey leaders. Opportunity to continue your Davey adventure throughout the school year with paid online learning and option to work during school breaks in select locations. Available positions throughout the country!

Company overview : Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

Divisional overview : The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Accommodations : If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.