Student Internship Arborist Trainee | Portland, OR

Davey Tree • Portland, OR, US • 1m ago

Additional Locations: NA

Primary Locations: OR, Portland, 5838 NE Columbia Blvd, 97218

Requisition ID: 201834

Position Overview

Spring - Summer 2025 Arborist Trainee Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company

Portland, Oregon

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.

STARTING DATE:

Flexible - We are currently looking for Internship candidates for Spring/Summer, 2025

Job Duties

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.

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

SALARY:

Starting at $25.00 Hourly

EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

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

Additional Information

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 booklet
Access to industry related training materials
Climbing gear, uniforms and PPE provided
Opportunity to apply for Davey Scholarship and develop your career
Available positions throughout California, Oregon, Washington, Las Vegas, Texas, Denver Metro, and many more throughout the country!

Compensation Data

$25/hr

Company Overview

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!

Divisional Overview

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 at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected].

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

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