Job Description

Arborist Trainee Intern

The Davey Tree Expert Company is looking for exceptional students who are interested in expanding their field experience in the areas of Tree Care, Plant Health Care, Sales and Client Services.

The position is for a Spring - Summer 2026 Arborist Trainee Internship with Davey Tree Expert Company in San Francisco/Colma, CA. The starting date is flexible, with opportunities available for Spring/Summer, 2026.

Interns will learn to be a tree doctor! They will be introduced to 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.

Hours: 40-50 hours per week; Monday - Friday with some Saturdays.

Qualifications:

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Driver's license required. Commercial driver's license highly valuable
• Starting at $25.00 hourly
• 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

Experience and Perks We Offer:

• 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!

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.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

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