The Urban Forestry Fellowship:
Helping to build the pipeline of diverse urban forestry professionals and leaders
We are no longer accepting applications for the 2025 fellowship.
Please check back in in late 2025 for info on the 2026 fellowship.
About the Fellowship
Through this 11-month fellowship, SFTT provides an emerging professional in the field of urban forestry with the requisite qualifications, skills, and experiences to pursue a career in urban forestry. Over the course of the 11-month fellowship, the fellow will:
- Assist in and carry out 50-100 tree plantings using proper ISA techniques;
- Provide ongoing tree care to approximately 150 trees over the course of the year (regular watering, pruning, mulching);
- Develop, coordinate, and direct community education programs about trees and tree care;
- Enroll in 2-4 courses on forestry and related subjects;
- Learn about opportunities in the field of urban forestry through mentorship with professionals in the field.
Fellows receive a salary, benefits, and hands-on training. They are also required to take courses in urban forestry and lead a community-based project.