Arborist Trainee Internship | Dulles, VA

About the role

Arborist Trainee Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company in Dulles, VA. Grow your skills and build your future in the green industry. This field-based internship begins in Spring–Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Tree pruning, removing, cabling, bracing and maintenance
• Tree and 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 daily operations and business components that power a successful Residential Tree Care office
• Client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals

What we will do

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.

Schedule

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

Pay

$22–$23 hourly.

Requirements

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Driver’s license required; commercial driver’s license a plus

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

• 145 years of industry experience
• Career development and advancement
• Hands-on training and safety commitment
• Interns work toward completing the CDP “C” Climber/Trimmer & Plant Health Care Career Development Booklets
• All climbing gear, uniforms, and PPE provided
• Access to industry-leading training through the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Internship support and enrichment: Winter Virtual Orientation; Regional Summer Intern Workshops with one-on-one instruction; Monthly check-in calls with Davey leaders
• Year-round growth opportunities: Paid online learning during the school year; Potential to work during school breaks at select locations

Company overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides proven solutions for a growing world and has done so since 1880. Our roots are in tree care expertise and, over the past 140 years, we have grown into leaders in grounds maintenance, environmental consulting, and utility solutions. Davey is at the forefront of corporate responsibility—demonstrating environmental, social, and economic stewardship in everything we do. Encompassing over 11,000 employees, Davey ranks as the eighth-largest employee-owned company in the United States. With operations throughout North America, our branches have expanded but our commitment to scientifically based horticultural, environmental impact, and outstanding client service has never wavered.