Arborist Trainee Internship – North Pittsburgh

Job overview

The Arborist Trainee Internship is an onsite, field-based role in Gibsonia, PA, with additional location information for Pittsburgh, PA. Compensation is $22–$23 per hour. The internship introduces students to green-industry careers while supporting tree and landscape care for clients.

What you'll do

• Learn and assist with tree pruning, removal, cabling, bracing, and maintenance
• tree and landscape installation
• safe operation of chainsaws, chippers, and other field equipment
• plant health care and integrated pest and disease management
• and exposure to residential tree-care operations, client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

arborist trainee internship

north pittsburgh

gibsonia pa

the davey tree expert company

tree care

plant health care

landscape installation

field-based

spring–summer 2027

$22–$23/hour

40–50 hours per week

some saturdays

up to 25% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Hands-on training and safety support
• climbing gear, uniforms, and PPE
• online learning
• intern workshops and check-ins
• and potential work during school breaks at select locations.

Why this role

The internship begins in Spring–Summer 2027 and is listed at 40–50 hours per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays. A driver’s license is required; a commercial driver’s license is a plus. Travel expectations are up to 25%.

About the employer

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Landscaping Services. Sector: 56.