Arboriculture Internship

Bartlett Tree Experts • Maryville, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arboriculture Intern works alongside Bartlett Tree Experts’ arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. The summer internship provides hands-on training in arboriculture and exposure to different aspects of the industry. Internships last 8–12 weeks and are 40 hours per week, generally beginning in May; start and end dates are flexible based on the intern’s availability.

The role involves learning to perform tree and shrub care safely, maintaining and operating equipment, and gaining an understanding of integrated pest management. Interns also participate in safety and training meetings and develop professional relationships. The position is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Bartlett Tree Experts describes itself as a scientific tree and shrub care company with more than 100 years of history and over 140 offices across the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland.

Requirements

• Have a passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• Be pursuing a degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Turfgrass, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Have an interest in working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Have a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Learn and safely perform arboriculture work, including pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, root collar excavations, and removals.
• Properly maintain and operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Learn about integrated pest management programs, including property inspections, tree identification, insect and disease identification and management, and soil sampling.
• Perform record-keeping and report writing and participate in client relations.
• Participate in safety and training meetings.
• Develop professional relationships and friendships.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Company-provided uniforms, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed