Arborist Trainee Internship | Columbus, OH

Davey Tree Expert•Columbus, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Arborist Trainee Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company in Columbus, OH. This field-based internship begins in Spring-Summer 2027. The program is designed to introduce career-oriented students to exceptional opportunities in the green industry, providing a safe, inclusive, and engaging work environment for students to learn, develop, and employ life and job skills from Davey professionals. Interns will work in the field alongside experienced Arborists, Climbers, Plant Health Care technicians, and Landscape professionals to deliver exceptional client service and maintain the health and beauty of trees and landscapes. The role involves learning about tree pruning, removal, cabling, bracing, and maintenance, as well as tree and landscape installation. Interns will also gain exposure to the safe operation of equipment, Plant Health Care practices, and the daily operations of a successful Residential Tree Care office, including client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals.

Requirements

Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, 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 to work regularly and punctually
Collaboration and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Commercial driver’s license a plus

Responsibilities

Learn to be a tree doctor.
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.
Tree pruning, removing, cabling, bracing and maintenance
Tree & Landscape Installation
Safe operation of equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and other tools used in the field
Plant Health Care, including deep root fertilization, soil care and integrated pest & disease management
Exposure to the daily operations and business components that power a successful Residential Tree Care office
Client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals

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)
Internship Support & Enrichment
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
Year-Round Growth Opportunities
Paid online learning during the school year
Potential to work during school breaks at select locations