Commercial Landscape Internship

Davey Tree

  • South Saint Paul, MN
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Currently accepting applications for a field-based Internship beginning in Spring-Summer 2026Job DutiesWHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Grow you green career with us! Join us and Discover Davey's career pathways in the green industry. Work in the field, side-by-side with experienced Project Managers, Crew Leaders, Landscape & Turf professionals to deliver exceptional client service and maintain the health and beauty of trees & landscapes on commercial properties.
  • Enhance the appearance and value of properties through the cultivation of shrubs & trees.
  • Plant, spray, weed, fertilize and water plants, shrubs, and trees in the landscape.
  • Transplant seedlings, cuttings, trees, and shrubs.
  • Maintain and repair irrigation and climate control systems.
  • Safe operation of landscape equipment.
  • Exposure to the daily operations and business components that power a successful Commercial Landscape office.
  • Client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals
WHAT WE WILL DO:
  • Introduce career orientated students to exceptional opportunities in the green industry, providing a safe, inclusive, and engaging work environment for students to learn, develop, and employ life and job skills from Davey professionals.
  • HOURS: 40-50 hours per week; Monday - Friday with some Saturdays
  • SALARY: $20 - $ 23 hourly
Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled and studying Horticulture, Landscape Design, Landscape Architecture, Plant Science, Forestry, Arboriculture, Natural Resources or related discipline in a 2 or 4 year degree program.
  • Driver's license required. Commercial driver's license a plus
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 to work regularly and punctually
  • Collaboration and communication skills
Additional InformationWHAT WE OFFER:145 Years of Industry ExperienceCareer Development & AdvancementHands-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)
Internship Support & Enrichment
  • Winter Virtual Orientation to prepare for the field season
  • Regional Summer Intern Workshops featuring one-on-one instruction with Skills Trainers & Scientists
  • Monthly Check-In Calls with Davey Leaders to review progress and build connections
Year-Round Growth Opportunities
  • Paid online learning during the school year
  • Potential to work during school breaks at select locations
Four Diverse Service Lines. Locations Nation-wide. Endless Opportunities.With locations across the country, Davey's nationwide presence offers career stability, growth, advancement, and a sense of adventure across our four diverse service lines. Whether you're climbing trees, preserving ecosystems, supporting utility infrastructure, or enhancing landscapes-your future grows here.Company OverviewAt 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.Divisional OverviewThe 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.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%©2021 The Davey Tree Expert Company. Tree Service Experts Since 1880. All Rights Reserved.

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