An AmeriCorps member engages in public service work with a goal of “helping others and meeting critical needs in the community.” AmeriCorps is a civil society program supported by the U.S. federal government, foundations, corporations, and other donors. 

To be eligible for AmeriCorps a participant must be at least 17 years of age and individuals must be citizens or lawful permanent residents with the appropriate documentation Birth certificates, driver’s licenses, and passports are examples of documents that confirm a member is old enough to serve. In some cases, the same document, such as a birth certificate issued by one of the states, can be used to confirm both age and citizenship.   

If you are interested in joining AmeriCorps, please review the website for more information on our unique program.  If you are ready to serve simply click here. You will be directed to complete the google form and will receive an email inviting you through Calendly to schedule an in-person interview. If you are a great fit for the program, you will receive a conditional offer based on availability of funding and service sites. Your selection into phase II of the process means you are one step closer to becoming a JRF AmeriCorps member. In phase II, you will be able to meet with site supervisors to learn more about the service sites. Members will have the option to select their top two choices for placement however it is ultimately the decision of the site supervisor program where members will be placed.

Service positions range from full-time to abbreviated time. Members may currently serve up to four terms of service in AmeriCorps State and National programs.

Yes, members get paid a modest living allowance for their service. Our members’ living allowance is compensation for their hard work and dedication.

Yes AmeriCorps do provide health care, if you’re a full-time member you’ll be eligible for health care.

After successfully completing your AmeriCorps term of service, you are eligible to receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award. You can use your education award to repay qualified student loans and certain educational expenses at eligible institutions of higher education and training programs. You can access the entire award or part of it until the total amount has been used or the award expires. You must use your award within seven years of completing your term of service.

Yes, you’re able to apply with a criminal background. Under The Serve America Act (SAA), all grantees must conduct National Service Criminal History checks on participants and program employees in AmeriCorps. Candidates convicted for murder, arisen or any sex crime cannot apply.                     

No, the education award is not a cash voucher.