Arborist Trainee Internship

The Davey Tree Expert Company • Gaithersburg, MD

125d • $22 - $23

About The Position

Arborist Trainee Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company. Currently accepting applications for a field-based Internship beginning in Spring-Summer 2026. Grow your skills. Build your future. Experience Davey.

Requirements

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry, or related discipline.
• Driver's license required; Commercial driver's license is a plus.
• 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

• Learn to be a tree doctor and discover career pathways in the green industry.
• Work in the field alongside experienced Arborists, Climbers, and Plant Health Care technicians.
• Deliver exceptional client service and maintain the health and beauty of trees and landscapes.
• Perform tree pruning, removal, cabling, bracing, and maintenance.
• Engage in tree and landscape installation.
• Safely operate equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and other tools used in the field.
• Participate in Plant Health Care, including deep root fertilization, soil care, and integrated pest and disease management.
• Gain exposure to daily operations and business components of a successful Residential Tree Care office.
• Learn 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree