Arboriculture Internship
About The Position
If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a Summer Internship with Bartlett Tree Experts! As an Arboriculture Intern, you will work alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This is a unique opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands-on training. Our Summer Internships are 8-12 weeks, 40 hours per week, and generally, start in May (start and end dates are flexible based on your availability). Benefits We offer competitive compensation, as well as: A safety-first culture and professional workplace Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.
Requirements
- A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
- Pursuing a degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Turfgrass, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field
- Interest in working outdoors in all weather conditions
- A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
Responsibilities
- Learning and safely performing different aspects of arboriculture, including:
- Pruning
- Rigging
- Cabling and bracing
- Root collar excavations
- Removals
- Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
- Gaining an understanding of integrated pest management programs, including:
- Property inspections
- Tree identification
- Insect and disease identification and management
- Soil sampling
- Record-keeping, report writing, and client relations
- Participating in safety and training meetings and developing professional relationships and friendships
Benefits
- A safety-first culture and professional workplace
- Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
- Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
