Arborist Trainee Internship

Davey Tree Expert • Houston, TX

53d • Onsite

About The Position

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. This internship aims to introduce career-oriented 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.

Requirements

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Driver’s license required.
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Commercial driver’s license highly valuable

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Work on residential and commercial properties and in an office setting.

Benefits

• Job security
• Continuing education
• Commitment to safety
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree