AmeriCorps is a ONE YEAR COMMITMENT to LEARN, SERVE, and earn a SMALL MONTHLY STIPEND and EDUCATION AWARD while performing community service. Our program year starts September 13th and ends August 31st of the following year.
Interviews will begin in MAY 2013. Our objective is to fill all positions with the most qualified candidates on a first come first serve basis by the end of August. The sooner you submit your application, the greater the chance of securing a position with our program. Thus, we do not set application deadline.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY
- Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. National or a lawful permanent resident
- Must be at least 17 years of age with a guardian's signature
- Must submit to a criminal background check and sex offender registry search
- Have a Social Security Card
- Have a High School Diploma or a GED
- Additional eligibility requirements will depend on individual partner agency where members are placed to perform their AmeriCorps service.
- Undergo National Service Criminal History Check (including an FBI background check)
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
28 – Full-Time: Serve 1700 hours over the program year, earn $12,100 in a yearly stipend & $5,550 in education award. Eligible to apply for childcare and free health insurance.
16- Part-Time: Serve 900 hours over the program year, earn $6,050 in a yearly stipend & $2,775 in education award.
The following position is ideal for internships, persons 55 years plus (can transfer ed. awards to loved ones), need $ for school, and need to gain professional experience.
20 – Quarter-Time Education Award Only: Serve 450 hours over the program year & receive $1,250 in education award.
