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The Davey Tree Expert Company · 21 hours ago

Arborist Trainee Intern

Leander, TX

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20/hr - $20/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

The Davey Tree Expert Company is looking for exceptional students for their Arborist Trainee Internship for Spring/Summer 2026. The role involves learning about tree care, plant health care, and customer service while working under the guidance of a manager in various job experiences within the industry.

ConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingManagement Consulting

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. 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

Qualification

ArboricultureUrban ForestryHorticultureLandscape DesignForestryCustomer ServiceEnthusiasm for Plant CareCollaboration SkillsCommunication SkillsPositive Attitude

Required

Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline

Driver's license required. Commercial driver's license highly valuable

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

Benefits

Over 140 years of service gives you job security

National reputation for Stewardship and Excellence

Promotes ambitious, team-focused experts quickly and focuses on continuing education

Commitment to safety: Interns will work towards completing the CDP “C” Climber/Trimmer Career Development Booklet

Interns have the 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

Opportunity to continue your Davey adventure throughout the school year with paid online learning and option to work during school breaks in select locations.

Available positions throughout the Country!

Company

The Davey Tree Expert Company

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The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental solutions for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners across North America.

Founded in 1880