Looking for a company that can take you places? You’ve found it. Bartlett Tree Experts has become the premier scientific tree and shrub care company through groundbreaking research and development. At the heart of the company’s success, you’ll find our 350-acre Arboretum, Research Laboratory, Diagnostic Clinic, and Conference Center in Charlotte, NC. These facilities offer our people unrivaled training and development. Our client services, spanning multiple disciplines and drawing on both professional and field skills, are enriched by the application of science to tree care and management.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join the Research Lab (at the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory in Charlotte, NC). We have 3-month summer internships (approx. May-August 2025) and 6-month internships (approx. May-October 2025). These internships are designed to challenge students to learn applicable skills and gain industry experience in the arboriculture field. As a Research Intern you will have the opportunity to participate in various experiences (tree climbing, plant problem diagnostics, plant health care, sales, etc.) as well as gain lab and field research skills.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• 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

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett. 

As a Research Intern you will be expected to:

• Attend and participate in weekly Research planning meetings
• Assist the Research Team with data collection, trial implementation and maintenance of plots
• Be responsible for managing your time and projects according to deadlines
• Identify basic trees and woody plant material common to this area
• Learn, understand, and adhere to all safety rules and policies

• The ideal candidate will be actively enrolled at a two or four-year University pursuing a degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Design, or a related field
• A positive attitude, willingness, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work independently when necessary
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.