Arborist Trainee Internship

Position Overview

Arborist Trainee Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company.

Currently accepting applications and hiring for a field‑based Internship beginning in Spring‑Summer 2026.

Grow Your Skills. Build Your Future. Experience Davey.

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Glen Burnie, MD;
Annapolis, MD

Work Site: On Site

Req : 221369

• Learn to be a tree doctor and discover Davey’s career pathways in the green industry.
• Work in the field side‑by‑side with experienced Arborists, Climbers, Plant Health Care technicians and Landscape professionals to deliver exceptional client service and maintain the health and beauty of trees & landscapes.
• Tree pruning, removing, cabling, bracing and maintenance.
• Tree & 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 of a successful Residential Tree Care office.
• Client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals.

• Introduce career‑oriented students to exceptional opportunities in the green industry, providing a safe, inclusive, and engaging work environment for learning, developing, and employing life and job skills.
• Hours:
  
  40‑50 hours per week;
  Monday‑Friday with some Saturdays.
• Salary: $22–$23 hourly.

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

• 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.

• 145 Years of Industry Experience.
• Career Development & Advancement.
• Hands‑On Training & Safety Commitment.
• Interns work toward completing the CDP “C” Climber/Trimmer & Plant Health Care Career Development Booklets.
• All climbing gear, uniforms and PPE are provided.
• Access to industry‑leading training through our Learning Management System (LMS).

• Winter Virtual Orientation to prepare for the field season.
• Regional Summer Intern Workshops featuring one‑on‑one instruction with Skills Trainers & Scientists.
• Bi‑Weekly Check‑In Calls with Davey Leaders to review progress and build connections.

• Paid online learning during the school year.
• Potential to work during school breaks at select locations.

At Davey we provide ‘Proven Solutions for a Growing World’ and have done so since our founding in 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 8th 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.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research‑driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one.

We invest in our employees by offering industry‑leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you  learn more, visit

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1‑877‑411‑7601 or at

Employment Type: Intern
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%