Treejectory+

Project Summary

Treejectory is a paid workforce development program designed to introduce participants to careers in urban forestry and related environmental fields.

Through virtual instruction, hands-on field experiences, professional development, workforce shadowing, and direct engagement with environmental professionals, participants build foundational knowledge, practical experience, confidence, and professional connections.

As part of Tree San Diego’s Plan & Plant initiative, the program is rooted in urban forestry. Participants learn from ISA Certified Arborists and regional partners while exploring tree planting and care, GIS mapping, drone-assisted technology, environmental stewardship, and the role trees play within communities and broader environmental systems.

Those who complete Treejectory leave with a stronger understanding of trees and urban forestry, greater clarity about their interests, meaningful exposure to professionals and organizations, and a better-defined next step.

Please note: Any individual who has previously participated in the Treejectory program and/or has received a stipend under the Treejectory program shall be ineligible for further or duplicate compensation in connection with any subsequent application or participation.

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See how Treejectory has grown - from its first pilot cohort to expanded training, new partnerships, hands-on field experiences, & evolving career pathways. Explore program milestones, participant achievements, & highlights.

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Plan & Plant

Treejectory is the workforce development component of Tree San Diego’s San Diego Regional Plan & Plant project. It supports the project’s People pillar through paid urban forestry education, field experience, professional development, and career exposure.

Plan & Plant

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Program Schedule

Join Treejectory for hands-on training, field experiences, environmental workforce development, and career exposure in urban forestry and sustainability.

Virtual and in-person training
Instruction from ISA Certified Arborists and environmental professionals
One approved hands-on field experience
Urban forestry, GIS, mapping, and technology exposure
Professional development and career exploration
Opportunities to connect with regional organizations

Graduation requires completion of at least 75% of assigned modules and all other cohort requirements communicated during onboarding.

Returning Participant Notice:

Individuals who previously participated in Treejectory or received a Treejectory+ stipend are not eligible to receive duplicate compensation through a subsequent cohort.

FALL 2026 PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Application Deadline: August 31, 2026

Program Start: September 19, 2026

Questions? Email us: treejectory@treesandiego.org

Program Benefits

$18/hr

Paid Training & Education

GIS & Drones

Explore technology used for mapping and remote sensing.

Hands-On

Build practical skills through real-world fieldwork experience

Career Exploration

Explore the urban forestry sector & explore environmental careers.

Certificate of Completion

Recognize your training and experience.

Professional Connections

Workforce shadowing opportunities and professional events.

Priority Population Map

Treejectory uses the CCI Priority Population Map as a tool to review geographic eligibility for available paid training stipends. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance or payment.

To check your census tract eligibility, click on the map below.

Project Partners

This program is part of the San Diego Regional Plan & Plant (P&P) project funded by the Inflation Reduction Act and aligned with the Justice40 Initiative. More information about this grant can be found here.