Arborist Intern

Support NYC’s green infrastructure as an Arborist Intern at Arcadis, working with engineers and arborists to enhance urban forestry.

Your Role:

Key responsibilities include:
• Maintaining daily records and reviewing daily reports of inspection personnel, providing feedback and advice for improvement.
• Utilizing the City’s ForMS program for assignments and acting as an ambassador for the City’s urban forest resource during interactions with residents and agencies.
• Learning tree health and performing invasive plant species identification.
• Using effective oral and written communication skills to represent Arcadis and/or client agencies in interactions with clients, local agencies, and the community.
• Administering all Health & Safety procedures as required by the owner and detailed in the H&S manual.
• Attending field meetings and participating in weekly meetings and mentorships.
• Providing administrative support for program operations.
• Reading and interpreting design plans, specifications, and shop drawing submittals to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Managing disputes and navigating challenging situations effectively.
• Supporting project analysis and decision-making processes with familiarity or experience in GIS (Geographic Information Systems).

About You:

The ideal candidate will have:
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Forest Biology, Environmental Resources Engineering, or a closely related field.
• High proficiency in reading and interpreting design plans, specifications, and shop drawing submittals.
• Keen attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional leadership skills for managing disputes and challenging situations.
• Familiarity or experience with GIS (Geographic Information Systems).

Compensation & Benefits:
• Salary range: $23.00–$36.50 per hour, with actual salaries varying based on experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.
• Benefits for part-time, as-needed positions include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K, and optional well-being benefits.
• Equal opportunity and affirmative action employer; women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Training & Development:
• Opportunities to learn tree health, invasive species identification, and use of GIS.
• Participation in weekly meetings and mentorships.
• Exposure to NYC Parks programs and collaboration with other city agencies.

Career Progression:
• Growth into involvement with additional NYC Parks programs and other city agencies.
• Opportunities to advance within Arcadis and expand expertise in urban forestry and natural systems projects.

How to Apply:
• Submit your application as instructed in the job posting, ensuring all required information and documentation are provided.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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