How do I apply to become an AmeriCorps member?
- First read the list of sponsoring sites and the positions descriptions and decide where you would like to apply.
- Print and complete the application and send it, along with your resume, two written references and a signed legal form to the sponsoring site(s) where you wish to serve.
- Contact information for each site is provided on the position description.
Download the application
To open the application, the free Acrobat Reader software is required. If not already installed on your computer, you can download it from the Adobe website, via the following link: Adobe Acrobat Reader
What benefits do I get?
In addition to having an opportunity to do meaningful, life-changing work and gaining real-world experience, there are many tangible benefits as well, including:
- Living Allowance: $13,702 for full-time service; $7,254 for half-time.
- AmeriCorps Education Award: $4,725 ($2,362 part-time) to be used for existing student loans or for future education in the next seven years.
- Health Insurance: Covers major medical, hospitalization and prescriptons.
- Child Care: Assistance available for state-eligible members
- Flexibility for vacation, personal and holiday time.
- Travel Reimbursement: Non-commuting travel is paid for service related activities.
- Training Opportunities: In addition to a comprehensive Pre-Service Orientation, members have numerous training opportunities over the course of the year. Trainings may include Conflict Resolution, CPR/First Aid, Cultural Competency/Disability Awareness, Volunteer Recruitment, Sprawl vs. Smart Growth, Ropes Course and other position specific training. Additionally, members will attend a two-day AmeriCorps Statewide Conference, a team Retreat, Group Service Days and a Closing Ceremony.
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