Arborist Trainee Internship

Position Overview

Spring – Summer 2027 Arborist Trainee Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company. The company is looking for exceptional students who are interested in expanding their field experience in Tree Care, Plant Health Care, Sales and Client Services. Starting date: Flexible – we are currently looking for internship candidates for Spring/Summer 2027.

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Learn to be a tree doctor!
• Introduce career‑oriented students to opportunities in 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.
• Work on residential and commercial properties and in an office setting.

Qualifications

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or a related discipline.
• Driver’s license required; commercial driver’s license highly valuable.
• 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.

Pay

Starting at $20.00 hourly.

Schedule

40–50 hours per week; Monday – Friday with some Saturdays.

Benefits & Perks

• Over 140 years of service gives you job security.
• National reputation for stewardship and excellence.
• Rapid promotion for ambitious, team‑focused experts and a focus on continuing education.
• Commitment to safety: interns will work toward completing the CDP “C” Climber/Trimmer Career Development Booklet.
• Opportunity to begin completing the Plant Health Care Career Development Booklet.
• Access to industry‑related training materials.
• Climbing gear, uniforms and PPE provided.
• Monthly check‑in calls to review progress and meet Davey leaders.
• Paid online learning throughout the school year and option to work during school breaks in select locations.
• Available positions throughout the country.

Location & Work Site

Houston, TX – On‑site.

Travel Expectations

Up to 25%.

Employment Type

Intern (Full‑time).

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee‑owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. The company provides research‑driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. Employees benefit from industry‑leading training, technology and resources that create a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels.