Youth Tree Team

Earn money, build job skills, and help grow Atlanta’s tree canopy this summer.

Youth Tree Team is a paid summer job training program. Explore green jobs with hands-on experience while working alongside Trees Atlanta staff. Participate in weekly development programs, including building job-seeking skills and establishing financial literacy. (Returning YTT participants are encouraged to explore new opportunities for YTT External Study.)

This 7-week summer program is open to applicants currently enrolled in high school or matriculating into high school. Must be 14 years of age or older as of May 1 to be eligible.

Read about one of our 2025 YTT projects on our blog: Ecosystem Services at the Kendeda TreeHouse

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2026 Application Schedule & Details

This is a highly competitive program. For full consideration, applicants must complete all steps. Not all applicants will be offered a position on the Youth Tree Team.

Application Opens November 15, 2025
Application Closes February 2, 2026
Challenge Day (Mandatory Application Event) Saturday, February 21, 2026
Volunteer Tree Planting (Mandatory Application Event) Saturday, February 28, 2026
Interview Period (Mandatory Application Event) March 6 – April 10, 2026
On-the-Job Program Dates (M-F, 7:30AM – 12:30PM) June 1 – July 17, 2026
Pay Rate $12/hour (starting)

 

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Candidates must apply online using our job application system. The job link will be posted only during the application period listed above.

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This program is made possible with the support of many partners. From providing financial support to hosting enrichment sessions and offering off-site placements, their contributions help shape a rich and well-rounded experience for our Youth Tree Team. View a full list of 2025 Youth Tree Team partners.

This program is partially funded with support from the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of the Department of Community Development CSP Program.

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External Study

Returning Youth Tree Team members can explore opportunities with partner conservation organizations to broaden their skills and professional networks. Our 2026 external study partners include:

  • Atlanta Botanical Garden
    • Gain hands-on experience in horticulture, garden management, and landscape restoration.
  • Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area
    • Assist in managing 40,000 acres of recreational forests and unique natural habitats.
  • Piedmont Park Conservancy
    • Support the team that maintains one of Atlanta’s largest urban parks and forests.

Youth Tree Team members interested in branching out for the 2026 season should explain why they’d be a great fit for one or more of these opportunities in their application.

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