The Davey Tree Expert Company · 2 days ago
Arborist Trainee Internship | Eden Prairie, MN
Eden Prairie, MN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22/hr - $22/hrThe Davey Tree Expert Company is looking for exceptional students for their Arborist Trainee Internship in the Eden Prairie, MN area. This internship will provide hands-on experience in tree care, plant health care, and customer service, with opportunities to learn tree climbing and the safe operation of equipment.
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
Learn to climb trees! (Yes, we will pay you to do that.)
Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills
Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to:
Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines
Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
Assist in removal of hazardous trees
Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more
Qualification
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
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
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joe Paul
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Pat Covey
President and COO - US Operations
Recent News
2025-09-15
Business in Vancouver
2025-07-25
Landscape Management
2024-05-03
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