Arboriculture Intern

Job Description

About the Role
As an Arboriculture Intern, you will work alongside Bartlett’s dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This is a unique opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands-on training.

What You’ll Do
• Learn and safely perform different aspects of arboriculture, including Pruning, Rigging, Cabling and bracing, Root collar excavations, and Removals
• Properly maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Gain an understanding of integrated pest management programs, including Property inspections, Tree identification, Insect and disease identification and management, and Soil sampling
• Record-keeping, report writing, and client relations
• Participate in safety and training meetings and develop professional relationships and friendships

You’re a Good Fit If You
• Have a passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Are pursuing a degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Turfgrass, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field
• Have an interest in working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Have a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team

Role Highlights & Compensation
• Competitive compensation
• Summer Internships are 8-12 weeks, 40 hours per week, and generally, start in May (start and end dates are flexible based on your availability)
• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories