Arborist Trainee Internship
About The Position
Arborist Trainee Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company Frazier's Bottom, WV Grow your skillsBuild your future Experience Davey. Currently accepting applications for a field-based Internship beginning in Spring-Summer 2026 Job Duties Learn to be a tree doctor! Join us and Discover Davey's career pathways in the green industry. Work in the field, side-by-side with 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. Learn to climb trees! (Yes, we will pay you to do that.) Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to: Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems Assist in removal of hazardous trees Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more. How high you grow depends on you!
Requirements
- 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
- Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills
- Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
- Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines
- Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
- Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
- Assist in removal of hazardous trees
- Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.
Benefits
- 145 Years of Industry Experience
- Career Development & Advancement
- Hands-On Training & Safety Commitment
- Interns work toward completing the CDP “C” Climber/Trimmer & Plant Health Care Career Development Booklets
- All climbing gear, uniforms, and PPE are provided
- Access to industry-leading training through our Learning Management System (LMS)
- Winter Virtual Orientation to prepare for the field season
- Regional Summer Intern Workshops featuring one-on-one instruction with Skills Trainers & Scientists
- Monthly Check-In Calls with Davey Leaders to review progress and build connections
- Paid online learning during the school year
- Potential to work during school breaks at select locations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
