Additional Locations: Washington, DC

Primary Locations: MD, Gaithersburg, 18840 Woodfield Rd., 20879 

Requisition ID: 206136

Position Overview Spring - Summer 2025 Commercial Landscape Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company GAITHERSBURG, MD

 

The Davey Tree Expert Company is looking for exceptional students who are interested in expanding their field experience in the areas of landscape maintenance, installation, hardscape & design, and plant health care.  

 

STARTING DATE:                           

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

Job Duties

​​​​​​​WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Grow your green career with us!  Interns will be assigned a manager that will mentor them through a variety of job experiences within the Commercial Landscape Service line Enhance the appearance and value of properties through the cultivation of shrubs and trees.  Plant, spray, weed, fertilize, and water plants, shrubs, and trees.  Transplant seedlings, cuttings, trees, and shrubs.  Maintain and repair irrigation and climate control systems. ​​​​​​​ Drive, use, maintain and properly operate landscape equipment. 

Hours: 40-50 hours per week, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays required.

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 $20 - $23 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 have the opportunity to begin completing the Plant Health Care Career Development Booklet Access to industry related training materials All gear, uniforms and PPE provided  Opportunity to continue your Davey adventure throughout the school year with paid online learning and option to work during school breaks in select locations.  Available positions throughout the Country! Company Overview

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.

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.

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 Recruiting@davey.com.

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