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YEAR-ROUND EMPLOYMENT AT YMCA OF THE ROCKIES

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DISCOVER GAP PROGRAM AT YMCA OF THE ROCKIES

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1. What are some things that interest you? Not like life choices (i.e. what do you want to be when you grow up) but things that you'd like to know more about?

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It's an uncertain time for starting college. Experts have suggestions for alternatives.

Back at home in the Boston suburbs after her gap year cooking certificate program in Ireland was interrupted by the coronavirus, Avery Little continues to work on her skills, making a saffron meringue cake. Credit... via Avery Little

As painful as it was to watch my 18-year-old daughter's senior year end abruptly last month, with time-honored rituals like prom and graduation evaporating into the ether, she was clear on one point: Better now than next year. Her freshman year of college still beckoned, gloriously unaltered, from what felt like a distant future. Surely things would be back to normal by then!

Now it's not so clear. Best-case scenario: Covid-19 is under control by this fall and campus life resumes. Worst-case, according to an analysis by the consulting firm McKinsey: In-person classes might not resume till fall 2021. When I asked my daughter how she'd feel if she had to do her freshman year of college online, she immediately said, "I'd take a gap year."

For some families, lost income makes it impossible to consider paying tuition right now. For others, it's more about a refusal to forgo the yearned-for experiences of university life outside the classroom - giggling through late nights with roommates, exploring new interests through campus clubs, playing or cheering for college sports teams - for a pale, Zoom-fueled imitation. They'd rather take a year off and try again in 2021.

Some parents may worry that any deviation from the traditional college path may make their child less likely to enroll at all. But Mark Sklarow, chief executive officer of the Independent Educational Consultants Association said: "A higher percentage of those who took a gap year will complete college than those who do not." The Gap Year Association cites a figure that 90 percent of gap year students return to college within a year, though it is difficult to find solid statistics because some students take time off without participating in official gap year programs. And of course, the circumstances this year are unprecedented, so history may not be predictive.

Students who have accepted spots at colleges for the fall semester need to find out whether the college will allow them to defer admission to take a gap year - and what that will mean for tuition. "Even if you're approved for a gap year," said the education consultant Kristin White, author of "The Complete Guide to the Gap Year," "it's not always a given that your financial aid package will be the same."

In a typical year, an estimated 60,000 students, including a few high-profile teenagers like Malia Obama, postpone college in favor of a post-high school gap year. But often a gap year includes travel or work experiences that are by no means guaranteed right now, in light of travel restrictions and a severely diminished job market.

Is it possible to have a meaningful gap year under these circumstances? During a pandemic? Abby Falik, founder and chief executive of Global Citizen Year, an organization that runs a gap year fellowship, suggests that graduating seniors see this time not as a derailment of plans, but as a "purpose year" that can ground them, challenge them and make them better students later on.

"If you make the most of this time, you will eventually believe that this is the only path that you could have taken," she said. Here are some suggestions on how to craft a purposeful gap year, even in this unusual time.

Jacob Wilson had been spending his gap year learning Spanish and improving his climbing skills. Credit... Aaron Hjelt

Now at home near Chicago, Mr. Wilson is still working on building his climbing dexterity - in his bedroom. Credit... via Jacob Wilson

Before they offer a gap-year deferral, most universities require accepted students to submit a plan of action for what their goals are and how they'll structure their time to achieve them. "I tell students to come up with three to five personal, practical or professional goals," said Julia Rogers, board president of the Gap Year Association and the owner of EnRoute Consulting. Those could be things like diving deeper into Spanish, mastering bread baking or learning to sell your hand-drawn illustrations online.

Even if you're not up for tackling a full slate of college classes online, don't bow out of education altogether. An embarrassment of online learning riches can help high school graduates study exactly what they're passionate about, whether it's Shakespeare by way of a Harvard course or UX design through a coding boot camp. Some programs may even allow you to earn college credit.

"To me it's about exercising that learning muscle going forward," says Jeffrey Selingo, an education consultant and author of the forthcoming "Who Gets In and Why: A Year Inside College Admissions." "Once you stop focusing on any kind of formal or informal learning, it's going to be really hard to get back to that when you decide to go to college."

Some organized programs that offer immersive trips abroad - like Amigos International, Where There Be Dragons, and Thinking Beyond Borders - are still enrolling students for fall 2020, with generous cancellation policies. Even if Covid-19 keeps international travel off limits through next year, students can find a foreign language speaker online with whom to practice their nascentMandarin, or taking virtual field trips through the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Even a road trip to a different part of America - assuming stay-at-home orders are lifted - can feel like an exploration of someplace entirely foreign.

When Covid-19 hit, Global Citizen Year pivoted, retooling its international travel-based gap year program into virtual leadership courses for its cohort of 150 students. A key component: participants get matched with mentors who coach them one-on-one toward their goals. To D.I.Y. their own mentorship relationship, teenagers can tap the networks of their parents or send emails asking leaders in fields they're interested in for a 15-minute Zoom chat. Ms. Falik calls it "finding your teachers": Identifying what you're curious about and who can teach you about it. Admittedly, this may be challenging with many sectors of the economy stalled, though it's also possible that some mentors have extra time on their hands right now.

The national service initiative AmeriCorps is still recruiting volunteers from 18 to 30 for programs like FEMA Corps, which partners with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and VISTA, whose volunteers often address poverty-related issues. Fifteen percent of its participants are under age 20.

"We have thousands supporting Covid-19 response efforts in a variety of ways across the country," said Samantha Jo Warfield, a spokeswoman. For families looking for a cost-neutral gap year, AmeriCorps programs typically cover living expenses, and all include an education award for college. The nonprofit Service Year Alliance lists even more long-term paid service opportunities, in focus areas like the environment, health and nutrition and public safety, at its Service Year website. For the politically minded, Election 2020 Gap Year helps students find ways to volunteer with election campaigns.

One of Ms. Rogers' clients, Jacob Wilson, was using part of his gap year to master rock climbing in Mexico before Covid-19 canceled his plans. Now he does ledge hangs at his home near Chicago. That's the essence of the gap year mind-set: Teenagers who are ready for challenges can find ways to achieve their goals. And just as a traditional education is about preparing a young person for adult life, learning to be resilient in handling the challenges of an unpredictable gap year can build valuable life skills as well.

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It's an uncertain time for starting college. Experts have suggestions for alternatives. As painful as it was to watch my 18-year-old daughter's senior year end abruptly last month, with time-honored rituals like prom and graduation evaporating into the ether, she was clear on one point: Better now than next year.

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Want to volunteer abroad on your gap year? Whether you want to explore the world before starting college, take a semester break or even a career break, International Volunteer HQ allows you to make a real impact with your gap year. It's an opportunity to get out of your comfort zone, enhance your global perspective and gain more independence, all while having a positive impact on communities in genuine need of volunteer support.

With students all over the world deciding to put their college plans on hold due to COVID-19 distruptions, IVHQ is supporting a growing number of students in making plans for gap year volunteer programs as a meaningful college alternative. For the ultimate gap year adventure, many students choose to mix and match gap year programs from IVHQ and our sister organization Intern Abroad HQ. By combining volunteer programs with international internships and virtual internship programs, you can easily build a gap year that enables you to give back while making a positive impact on your career.

Our team of experienced Gap Year Planners are here to help build your dream itinerary, customized to your experience, life ambitions, travel goals and the causes you care about. To get a personalized gap year plan, all you need to do is contact us and tell us about the destinations or programs you're interested in. To get inspired, browse our recommendations for the best gap year volunteer programs below.

Why join a volunteer gap year program?

Every year, thousands of volunteers set off on a volunteer gap year program with IVHQ, seeking not just adventure, but the opportunity to make a positive impact within their host communities.

Gap year volunteering is a highly rewarding experience, giving you the opportunity to join like-minded impact-focused travelerss on a diverse range of volunteer programs while engaging in meaningful exchanges with the local community - whether you're teaching English in Bali or working on animal convervation projects in Africa.

Keep reading to learn more about how to make the most of your gap year and how to find the top gap year volunteer opportunities for 2021 and 2022. Know what you're looking for? Jump straight to it:

When can I take a gap year?

Traditionally, a gap year is when you make a conscious decision to take a year off from your formal education between high school and college/university, however you can take a gap year trip with IVHQ at any time of year. Our volunteer programs are available year-round in more than 50 destinations, so whether you want to take a gap semester or spend your summer break on a meaningful adventure, we make it easy to customize a gap year volunteer program for you. A growing number of travelers are now taking grown-up gap years in the form of a career break or to take a breather before beginning a new job.

Whether you're exploring gap year programs after high school or looking for a long-term gap year volunteer program after college, it's important to remember that a gap year is anything but a gap, it's an extension of your education, an accumulation of experiences, new perspectives - and ultimately the discovery of a new you. So if you're trying to establish where you fit into the world, or simply what your life goals are, taking a volunteer gap year is the smart option.

What can I do on my volunteer gap year?

With IVHQ, you can give back on gap year volunteer programs that support everything from Wildlife and Animal Care to Teaching or Community Development. Explore the full range of volunteer opportunities here.

Gap year volunteer work equips you with valuable life skills and encourages personal development opportunities unlike any other experience, while also ensuring that you have a positive impact on the places you visit and the people you meet. IVHQ offers the world's largest range of gap year volunteer programs to suit your unqiue skills and interests. Some volunteer programs are skills-based while others don't require specialized skills or previous experience. Let your personal interests, your study or career experience and skill-set influence your decision.

How to volunteer abroad on your gap year?

Many gappers are first-time travelers who are volunteering abroad solo - something that can seem daunting at first. By choosing to volunteer abroad with IVHQ, the world's most trusted provider of safe and affordable gap year travel programs, you'll take the stress out of organizing your gap year volunteer program. We support the meaningful adventures of thousands of travelers every year and provide you with everything you need to have the best experience. We'll support you every step of your journey - guiding you through how to get started, to advising you on visas and vaccinations, and organizing everything from your airport pick-up, right down to your volunteer orientation, accommodation and meals.

What are the best gap year volunteer programs?

On a gap year program with IVHQ, you can give back in Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, Central America, the Caribbean, the Pacific, the Middle East and the USA. This means that when you're looking for your gap year volunteer program for 2021 or 2022, you have a wide range of options to ensure you can find a program that aligns with your travel goals and the causes you care about. Here are some the most popular options for gap year volunteering:

Bali Gap Year Volunteer Programs for 2021/2022

At some point in life, absolutely everyone needs to experience Bali. Its rich culture, laid-back lifestyle and focus on health and wellbeing, make it the perfect destination to experience on your gap year travels. There are two Bali gap year volunteer programs available: the Bali - Lovina program is based in a small coastal village on the northern coast of Bali, while the Bali - Ubud program is located in Ubud, Bali's cultural center. Between 40 and 80 gap year volunteers start in Ubud each month, making it a social and fun atmosphere that's perfect for first-time and solo travelerss taking their 2021 or 2022 gap year abroad!

Apply For A Bali Gap Year Explore Bali

Fiji Gap Year Volunteer Programs for 2021/2022

What's the thing you'll love most about your time on a Fiji gap year volunteer program? The people! Fijians are incredibly welcoming and quick to embrace you into island life! Regardless of which Fiji gap year projects you choose to support, Teaching and Sports Education, Kindergarten, or Construction and Renovation, the focus is firmly on the people and the needs of the community. Between 20 and 70 IVHQ volunteers start a gap year program in Fiji each month, making it a vibrant program complete with like-minded explorers with a passion for impactful travel. During your weekends, you'll be able to make the most of exploring the pristine coastlines or lush rainforest, and everything in between!

Apply For A Fiji Gap Year Explore Fiji

South Africa Gap Year Volunteer Programs for 2021/2022

Gap year volunteering in Africa is one of our most popular options so put South Africa gap year at the top of your list! There are two IVHQ programs based in Cape Town and our volunteering in South Africa guide will help you figure out which location is right for you. Each program is based around 30 to 45 minutes from Cape Town itself, so you're always in easy reach of the iconic Table Mountain. With no shortage of incredible things to do in and around the city, it's no wonder why Cape Town is growing in popularity as a gap year travel destination: pull on your hiking boots and make your way up Table Mountain, lounge around on one of the stunning beaches, or gather your IVHQ fam together and head out to the winery country.

Apply For A South Africa Gap Year Explore South Africa

Portugal Gap Year Volunteer Programs for 2021/2022

With the beautiful coast on your doorstep, a buzzing cafe culture and plenty of weekend adventures to be had, basing yourself in Lisbon as a volunteer traveler in Europe is an amazing idea. You can give back to the community by participating in a number of gap year volunteer projects, including Construction and Renovation, Environmental Scuba Diving, Food Rescue, Wolf Conservation or Youth Support projects. If you're interested in gap year volunteer programs with animals, the Wolf Conservation project is a must! There is no shortage of activities to keep your weekends bursting with adventure, check out the UNESCO World Heritage Site - Sintra, the Moon Hill, stroll the streets of Cascais and enjoy a beverage at one of the many outdoor cafes along the way, get amongst the surf in Ericeira - the first surfing reserve in Europe. If you like the laid back atmosphere of coastal life and being in touch with nature and history, then the Portugal gap year volunteer program is perfect for you.

Apply For A Portugal Gap Year Explore Portugal

Peru Gap Year Volunteer Programs for 2021/2022

It's legendary for the must-see Machu Picchu, but there's far more to Peru than this Insta-famous sight. There are two program locations in Peru: Lima, the capital and largest city in Peru which is a juxtaposition of high-rise condos built alongside pre-Columbian temples. And, Cusco, one of the oldest cities in South America, lined with stone streets and a rich history. If you decide to volunteer in Lima, there are four gap year projects to choose from, including Teaching English, Special Needs/Childcare, Medical and Construction and Renovation. Or if you center yourself as a volunteer in Cusco, there are 10 project options, including Teaching English, Childcare, Medical, Construction and Renovation, Animal Care, Jungle Conservation, Special Needs, Andean Immersion and a Spanish Service Learning project. Regardless of which location you choose, setting off to Machu Picchu is easy to coordinate with your newfound volunteer friends.

Apply For A Peru Gap Year Explore Peru

Philippines Gap Year Volunteer Programs for 2021/2022

If you're looking for an authentic off-the-beaten-track Asian experience, then you can stop your search. The Philippines gap year volunteer program is based on the safe and beautiful island of Palawan, away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities. Here you will come face to face with the captivating culture, cuisine and people as you live like a local. It's a hidden gem just waiting to be explored and with more than 7,000 islands at your doorstep, it doesn't get much better than this archipelago! The volunteer projects are all about making the most of your gap year travel. It doesn't matter if you choose the Kindergarten, Teaching, Construction and Renovation, or Environmental project, the emphasis is on volunteering while enjoying yourself. Downtime can be spent exploring Palawan and weekends island-hopping.

Apply For A Philippines Gap Year Explore Philipines

Zambia Gap Year Volunteer Programs for 2021/2022

Volunteer gap year in Livingstone, Zambia, is a mix of traditional charm with all the modern amenities, friendly locals, easy access to a myriad of incredible tourist sights and a local team that is on hand 24/7. Gap year volunteers have the opportunity to give back on Teaching, Kindergarten, Medical, Elderly Care and Construction and Renovation gap year projects. During your free time, you have the opportunity to explore the local markets and shops, have a lazy day in a hammock at the accommodation, pop over to nearby Botswana for a safari, venture to Zimbabwe to check out the amazing Victoria Falls, or take advantage of the amazing array of adventure sports on offer.

Apply For An Africa Gap Year Explore Africa

Why should I go on a volunteer gap year volunteer in 2021 or 2022?

You'll be giving back on meaningful projects: There are hundreds of gap year ideas out there but none that will have the profound impact that volunteering abroad will. IVHQ's gap year volunteer programs are established inpartnership with local organizations in communities with clearly defined social and environmental needs. Regardless of where you choose to be a gap year volunteer, you'll be matched to a placement which will allow you to make a valuable contribution to the project and community you are volunteering in.

It'll be the experience of a lifetime: Taking a gap year and volunteering will shape your future. It'll help you figure your life out - maybe that means helping you find your purpose and passion, empowering you to be a change-maker or developing your self-confidence.

You'll make friends for life from around the world: You will quickly forge a bond with the other international volunteers as you roll up your sleeves together and get stuck in working on your project and while exploring in your downtime.

You'll go to change the world, but it will change you: When we asked our volunteers how the experience of gap year volunteering impacted them, 83 percent said their sense of perspective had changed, while 94 percent agreed that gap year volunteering volunteering abroad had made them more resilient, and 44 percent strongly agreed that their career aspirations had changed for the better.

To get out of your comfort zone: Living in a country different from your own means that you will be immersed in a new culture, lifestyle, and way of thinking. Volunteering exposes you to a number of situations and experiences that you will be able to learn and grow from. You will be working alongside people from different parts of the world - fostering global understanding, cross-cultural communication and developing how you work in a team.

For your resume: People that take a gap year often find the experience makes them more successful during their college years as they've had the time to refine what they want to do and become more focused and driven. Gap year travel also allows you to explore a potential career field - you will walk away with valuable experience and a unique insight into a possible career path while making a meaningful contribution to a community abroad. Explore 2021 gap year volunteer opportunities in fields such as: teaching, environmental and conservation, working with animals, community development, medical and health, and NGO support.

What does a good gap year volunteer program include?

As the world's leading volunteer abroad organization, when you volunteer with IVHQ you can set off knowing you're traveling with the experts. IVHQ volunteer abroad programs include the following:

Dedicated support to get you started and help you choose the right volunteer program so your time abroad is worthwhile

Online pre-departure training and comprehensive information booklets

Support to keep you on track and put key elements such as travel insurance, vaccinations, visas and what to pack top of mind

Ongoing support from your personal volunteer mentor

Round-the-clock support while you are on your volunteer abroad program

Orientation in the country you are volunteering in to ensure you know everything from safety tips to best things to do in your free time

Responsible volunteer programs that are vetted and have a sustainable focus

A proven safety record and a 95/100 rating from thousands of independent reviews

A team of like-minded volunteers. During this experience more than any other, your peers become an important source of support and inspiration.

Chances are if you're taking a gap year before college, your parents will also be interested to learn more about IVHQ, so make sure they read our information for parents as you continue to explore volunteer abroad programs. No doubt you've already fielded questions from your parents about your safety while abroad - you aren't alone! Having placed 85,000+ volunteers abroad, we're always happy to speak with your parents to ensure all their questions are answered and they feel comfortable with your volunteer trip plans.

What are the requirements to join a gap year volunteer program?

For many of our gap year volunteer projects, the only requirements are fluency in English, a clean criminal background and a willingness to learn. This means it's a great way to gain experience that will set you apart from others, and stand out on college and job applications. Keep in mind that for the majority of our Medical and Healthcare projects, gap year volunteers must be qualified or training in a relevant medical field.

How long can I take a gap year trip for?

Thousands of volunteers have chosen to join multiple programs with IVHQ as part of their gap year volunteering abroad. With program options starting from 1 to 24 weeks and programs in 50+ destinations, there is something for everyone. You could spend a full volunteer year abroad, or add a 2-week volunteer program onto your extended travels - it's all about what works for you. And, because we believe that affordability and meaningful travel should go hand in hand, we have the most affordable program fees starting from US$180 for 1 week.

How I spent my gap year volunteering abroad

I decided to volunteer during my gap year so I could travel and at the same time help the community and the environment. I'm going to study veterinary medicine which is a long degree so I decided to take a break from studying and do a gap year - it was the best decision I could have made. I volunteered on the Bali Kindergarten project, the Madagascar Forest Conservation project and the Wildlife Conservation project in Victoria Falls.

The time I spent volunteering really made me realize how lucky I am to have the life I have. And made me want to help give equal opportunities to everyone no matter where they were born. If you want to take a gap year really consider volunteering. It is such a rewarding feeling when you can make a difference while traveling the world. - IVHQ volunteer Miguel Lopes van Uden

Still can't decide on a single destination? Many gap year volunteers choose to register for a number of different volunteer programs across a range of destinations to gain a diverse gap year experience. If a gap year in South East Asia is on the agenda, you have the capacity to volunteer in Vietnam, jump the border and become a volunteer in Cambodia, before finishing off as a volunteer in Laos. Or if gap year charity work in Africa, Central America, South America or Europe sounds more like you, explore your options with IVHQ here. Otherwise, take this quiz to find a recommendation for where you should take a gap year. Be aware: Taking a gap year as a volunteer won't cure your travel bug, it'll only make it grow.

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Best Gap Year Volunteer Programs 2021 & 2022 | IVHQ

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Want to volunteer abroad for your gap year? A well-planned volunteer year abroad allows you to expand your horizons, see the world, learn valuable life skills, and give back in a meaningful way. Discover these recommended gap year volunteer programs...

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Run away and join the trail crew for a week! Meet new people of all ages and backgrounds while working and living on the trail. Learn how to build and maintain hiking trails - or, if you're already an experienced trail maintainer, practice your skills on some neat projects.

Based out of Mt. Tabor Work Center in Mt. Tabor, Vermont, a Volunteer Long Trail Patrol (VLTP) crew consists of 4-6 rotating volunteers led by a GMC Crew Leader and an Assistant Crew Leader. Volunteer crew members work for a week at a time (with the option of working single or multiple weeks) along the Long Trail/Appalachian Trail on projects such as building puncheon, turnpikes, water bars, side-hill tread, and bridges. Most VLTP projects are in the Green Mountain National Forest, and some are in federally designated Wilderness areas.

VLTP crews work Friday through Tuesday in the field in most weather. They work with rock and lumber, as well as native timber as projects require. Crew volunteers arrive at Mt. Tabor Work Center each Thursday and have a communal dinner with VLTP crew staff. Friday through Monday nights crews camp near their work sites and share a communal camp kitchen, as well as camp chores. The GMC provides transportation to the work site's trailhead, food for the crew during the work week, tools, personal protective equipment, and some group equipment (stove, fuel, cook-ware, first-aid supplies), as well as some personal gear for volunteers to borrow. Communal day-off housing is available in Mt. Tabor. You must be 18 or older to participate.

Upcoming Projects for the 2020 Field Season

Project details for the 2020 Volunteer Long Patrol project are forthcoming! Be assured it will include 5 days of backcountry trail work, a great community of volunteers and the opportunity to give back to the Long Trail/Appalachian Trail in Vermont!

Volunteers shifts are for one week and volunteers may sign up for all six weeks.

Week 1: Thursday, June 25 - Tuesday, June 30
Week 2: Thursday, July 2 - Tuesday, July 7
Week 3: Thursday, July 9 - Tuesday, July 14
Week 4: Thursday, July 16 - Tuesday, July 21
Week 5: Thursday, July 23 - Tuesday, July 28
Week 6: Thursday, July 30 - Tuesday, August 4
Apply for Volunteer Long Trail Patrol!
If you have any questions about VLTP, please contact Lorne Currier [email protected] .

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Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteer Trail Crew

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Dates: Jun 10 - Jul 12, 2020 Description: Experience one of the Dixie National Forest's gems here on the Cedar City Ranger District and become part of a trail crew that will provide amazing and invaluable assistance to keep our trail system a recreation treasure.

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Volunteer Opportunity: Trail Steward Wilderness and Non-Wilderness

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Dates: Jan 01 - Apr 01, 2020 Description: Address: Globe Ranger District, 7680 S. Six Shooter Canyon Rd., Globe, AZ 85501 Availability: Year round (as weather permits) Trail Stewards are volunteers who provide information and assistance to visitors.

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Crew Member: 450 hours

Spend your summer exploring the mountains and valleys of Wyoming completing conservation projects with 7 other amazing people on your crew!

Earn an AmeriCorps Education Award

Learn about careers in natural resources around Wyoming

Living stipend

Earn your Wilderness First Aid Certification and one upper-division credit from the Environment and Natural Resources college of the University of Wyoming at no cost to you

Be a part of something bigger than yourself as you learn about the history of the Conservation Corps, AmeriCorps and the beauty of Wyoming

Application Requirements:

Employment: late May - mid August

Minimum age of 18 and able to lift 50lbs

High School Diploma or GED

US Citizen and eligible to earn AmeriCorps Education Award

Click here for application materials

An AmeriCorps position with Wyoming Conservation Corps is a volunteer position; an opportunity for participants to receive training, learn from their peers, and serve their community by restoring habitat and improving accessibility to natural areas. Monthly living stipends are intended to cover basic living costs (rent, utilities, food) while participating in the program.

Members will receive a portion of the total living stipend every month of service. This portion will reflect that month's part of the total number of hours of service.

Corps members are enrolled in AmeriCorps, receiving the following benefits:

Crew Members: $1,538.36 AmeriCorps Education Award

AmeriCorps Education Awards are rewarded upon successful term completion and can be applied to existing qualified student loans or for future tuition.

Visit http://www.americorps.gov/for_individuals/benefits/benefits_ed_award.asp for more information on alternative education award uses, institutions that match the award, and tax implications.

Corps members MUST be eligible to enroll in AmeriCorps (as a citizen, national or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States) - The Serve America Act enables members to enroll in up to four service terms with a State and National AmeriCorps program and earn the value of two full time education awards.

Corps members must complete their term of service in order to receive these benefits; failure to complete the term will result in immediate loan re-payment status and interest due. The Corps does NOT provide pro-rated awards to corps members who do NOT finish their term.

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Crew Member: 450 hours Spend your summer exploring the mountains and valleys of Wyoming completing conservation projects with 7 other amazing people on your crew! Earn an AmeriCorps Education Award Learn about careers in natural resources around Wyoming Living stipend Earn your Wilderness First Aid Certification and one upper-division credit from the Environment and Natural Resources...

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Youth Corps Camping programs combine education and job skill training with outdoor adventure for 16 to 18/19 year olds. With the guidance of experienced field staff, youth crew members work on conservation, reforestation, and recreation projects, while developing leadership skills and learning how to work as a team. Crews camp in the field for their entire 5-6 week session, traveling to a new project each week and recreating on the weekends. In addition to earning a $300/week stipend and high school credit, participants make new friends, learn new skills, explore the Northwest's wildest places, challenge themselves, and have an awesome summer!

Program Tuition:
Youth Corps Camping programs have tuition ranging from $50 to $225. Tuition assistance is available to help cover most of these costs. Tuition Assistance is awarded based on a families' size and monthly income and we are determined to not make tuition a barrier for our programs so please contact us with any questions.

Program Stipend:
Youth Corps Camping participants earn an education stipend for their participation and can also earn bonuses. Both the stipend and bonus is paid in the form of a check made out to the participant which they can use as they wish. The base stipend is $300 a week which equals:

$1,500 for Five-week programs

$1,800 for Six-week programs

In addition to the base stipend, participants have the opportunity to earn up to $50 in bonuses a week (also part of the education stipend) for safety, dependability, and completing the program. Bonuses are paid upon completion of the program session.

Completion Bonus: $20/week for finishing the session

Dependability Bonus: $20/week for completing all the hours scheduled for your crew

Safety Bonus: $10/week for a perfect safety record at the end of the session

Food costs ($66.50/week) will be deducted from stipend.
Participants leaving the program before the graduation date will receive a prorated portion of this stipend, calculated to the nearest full day of work, but will forfeit all bonuses.

NYC participants are required to provide their own transportation to and from their orientation and graduation for their specific program. In the event that a participant chooses to leave prior to completion, is asked to leave or is unable to complete the program for any reason, they are still required to provide and fund their transportation home. In the event circumstances require NYC to provide and/or pay for a participant's transportation home for any reason, the participant and his/her family agree to reimburse NYC, upon demand, for all expenses it incurs.

To apply for a program, please read the description of the program, check the schedule to make sure that you are free for the entire period of the program, and then complete the application and the additional paperwork (either online or print it off and mail/fax it to Northwest Youth Corps). Once a youth is offered a position into our program they will be required to 1. Call and confirm their position and 2. Either pay the full tuition or pay at least 25% of the tuition and set up a payment plan to pay the remaining tuition in full before the program starts.

If you are interested in our available programs, please view the program schedule

Northwest Youth Corps offers Backcountry Leadership and Leadership Development programs for returning crew members desiring new challenges. Crew members are encouraged to discover and master different leadership techniques while developing a leadership style that is effective for them.

Sessions open for all applicants to apply for:
Spring / Fall Sessions Summer Sessions American Sign Language Inclusion Sessions

The following Sessions are only for Alumni who have received a recommendation for BLP or Swamper from a prior YCCamping Session:
Backcountry Leadership Progam Peer Leaders (Swampers)

Spring & Fall Conservation Corps
Age: 16-19
Length: 5 weeks
Location: OR
Tuition: $50
Are you out of school, between schools, or thinking about returning to school? Maybe you just want to be in a different space while you figure things out. In any case, the challenge and simplicity of five weeks in the woods will give you the chance to regain perspective, meet new friends, and discover new opportunities. Sound appealing?

With Northwest Youth Corps, you will learn how to pitch a tent, cook over a campfire, and stay dry in the rain. And, in the process, you will discover a new ability to address the unknown and surmount challenges that will prepare you for life's next adventure; finishing high school, starting college, or landing that next job.

With an NYC Spring or Fall program, you quickly become an integral part of a hard-working team. You travel throughout the Northwest and complete important conservation, recreation and reforestation projects. Like other NYC programs you and your team will usually be assigned to a different project each week.

The Northwest's unpredictable weather makes our spring and fall programs a unique challenge, one that demands a person of special fortitude, determination, and patience. For five weeks, regardless of the weather, you and nine other people your age will live, work and travel together.

Living in a tent for a month is not easy but the payoff is immense. But not necessarily in terms of money. Sure you will you receive a stipend check and discover pride in doing work that really matters. But perhaps just as important is what you will learn about yourself; about getting along with others and about what you value.

Take time out from the hustle and bustle of city life. Spend five weeks in the woods and leave with new friends, money in your pocket, amazing calluses, and great stories.

Summer Conservation Corps
Age: 16-18
Length: 5-6 weeks
Location: Washington, Oregon, Idaho
Tuition: $225*
The journey begins here! With NYC's Summer Conservation Corps you will complete vital resource management projects and explore the hidden corners of the Pacific Northwest. A ten-person NYC crew will spend time building hiking trails, protecting endangered species, and restoring wildlife habitat. You will learn how to swing a tool, bake in a Dutch Oven, pitch a tent, build a campfire, and load a backpack.

With NYC you will learn how easy it is to live in the woods without the comforts of modern civilization. And, you will find incredible pride in a newly peeled log, a stack of firewood, or the removal of a huge boulder. It will be a summer filled with days you will not soon forget; like the feeling of accomplishment that Friday, after a week of sweat and hard work, that you and your crew hike back out over a mile of freshly dug trail.

At NYC you will discover a unique magic where strangers become family, hard work becomes fun, and people find joy and laughter in trivial daily events. It is a place where you discover new priorities. A place where, when you return to the world of pizza and porcelain, you experience a new appreciation for little things and a new distinction between what you need and what you want.

For more than a month you will live and work outdoors all day, every day. You may go to sleep watching the moon rise and get up in time to see the sun come up. It is a busy world, one where days blur into a rhythm of working, eating and sleeping. But it is also a world you will leave with lasting friendships, pride in accomplishment, fresh perspectives and untold new skills.

Backcountry Leadership Program
Age: 16-19
Length: 5 weeks
Positions: 20
Location: Idaho
Tuition: $225
You have successfully completed your summer conservation corps program, or maybe even a few, and are now wondering, what's next? The Backcountry Leadership Program may be the next challenge you crave.

The Backcountry Leadership Program (BLP) provides crew members with additional leadership skills and opportunities. As a part of the BLP team, you will hike deep into secluded wilderness areas and work on intense, challenging, and technical projects. Here the landscape is more pristine, the laughter more bountiful, the expectations higher, and life fuller than any place you may have ever been. In past years, The Backcountry Leadership Program projects have been in Idaho's Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness and Washington's Glacier Peak Wilderness

"Leader of the Day" takes on a whole new meaning during the BLP experience. Through a combination of instruction and practice you will develop the skills needed to take charge of individual projects, coordinate camp activities, present natural history lessons and eventually accept all crew leadership responsibilities for a day. Each crew member must do the necessary research prior to their session so they are prepared to teach their leaders and peers their own SEED lesson. This can be on a variety of topics, but should be something you are interested in and can share with others

After your completion of the Backcountry Leadership Program, you will have gained more than just the ability to lead a group of peers at NYC. You will have leadership skills that will assist you in your future pursuits. A few of the many skills you'll learn and practice are taking initiative, goal setting, time management, and positive motivation. Most importantly, you will gain self-confidence in your own ability to lead a group through the hands-on experience of BLP.

Since 1992, Backcountry Leadership Program crews have earned a reputation for incredible productivity, quality workmanship and an unwavering commitment to getting the job done. Graduates of this program are in high demand to return to NYC programs as a Peer Leader (aka "Swamper"), as well as by the US Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management for their summer trail crews. Only 40 BLP positions are available each year.

Please be aware that, due to the nature of the high elevation locations of the BLP projects, orientation locations are subject to change.

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Youth Corps Camping programs combine education and job skill training with outdoor adventure for 16 to 18/19 year olds. With the guidance of experienced field staff, youth crew members work on conservation, reforestation, and recreation projects, while developing leadership skills and learning how to work as a team.

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The Water & Energy Program is a full time winter/spring service opportunity for young adults, ages 18-25.

Throughout the season corpsmembers:

Perform home efficiency assessments throughout the community

Are provided with the necessary training to carry out water and energy services

Participate in activities promoting personal and professional development, environmental awareness and community engagement

Upon successful completion of the program, corpsmembers may be eligible to receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award.

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Water & Energy Program (Economic and Workforce Development)

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The Water & Energy Program is a full time winter/spring service opportunity for young adults, ages 18-25. Throughout the season corpsmembers: Perform home efficiency assessments throughout the community Are provided with the necessary training to carry out water and energy services Participate in activities promoting personal and professional development, environmental awareness and community engagement Upon successful completion of the program, corpsmembers may be eligible to receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award.

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AmeriCorps State Programs | Massachusetts Service Alliance

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The Mass Mentoring Partnership (MMP) is the statewide umbrella organization dedicated to the expansion of high-quality mentoring in Massachusetts. MMP enables 25 AmeriCorps Ambassadors of Mentoring to help build capacity in the following program areas: mentoring program development and startup; training for mentors and mentees; monitoring and support; and mentor recruitment throughout Massachusetts.

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Do you have a passion for the environment? Ready to travel to new places and take on new challenges? Want to find a way to turn your conservation interests into a career?

Join SCA's nationwide network of young conservationists and explore green career opportunities with professional internships in the field. Whether your dream is to lead public programs as a park ranger, trek the backcountry as a field scientist, or explore new sustainability solutions as an urban planner, SCA has something for you.

SCA's Young Adult Program Positions Are:

Individual Internships

Are you interested in environmental education? Water quality monitoring? Forestry? Archaeology? Public outreach? Whatever your environmental passion, SCA has an internship that will give you the opportunity to work closely with a partner agency or organization to get firsthand experience in the field. SCA internships include thousands of unique opportunities to gain hands-on conservation and sustainability experience all across the country. SCA interns are placed individually with a partner agency. Internships range from 3 to 12 months and are open to high school graduates ages 18 and up. Learn more.

Team-based Programs: SCA Corps

Do you prefer to work and learn as part of a team? SCA's Corps Programs are built on a team-based model and are managed by SCA field staff. These programs give you the opportunity to join with other young people who share your passion for the outdoors and accomplish hands-on conservation projects as a team. In depth trainings help corps members build the hard and soft skills needed to succeed as conservation leaders. Corps Programs range from 3 to 12 months and are open to high school graduates ages 18 and up. Learn more.

Special Programs

Are you looking for a different way to give back to the planet? Maybe you have unique qualifications, such as being a recent military veteran. Perhaps you are looking for career opportunities aimed at diversifying the National Park Service or the Fish and Wildlife Service? SCA has a selection of unique programs that might meet your specific qualifications and needs. Many of these programs provide a mix of team-based orientations and trainings with individual or small-group site placements. Others have unique time commitments or very specific requirements. Check these programs out to discover the myriad of ways you can serve the planet with SCA. Learn more.

Gap Year Programs

Are you a recent high school grad looking to take some time to explore different options before college? Are you interested in helping to improve the environment while pushing yourself to grow? You've come to the right place. SCA offers a variety of activities to help you gain life experience and perspective during your gap year...all while serving the planet.

You'll find opportunities in a variety of fields and locations, ranging from team-based programs to individual internships. Our programs will connect you with the most relevant government agencies, nonprofit organizations and corporate sector partners leading the way in conservation and environmental change. Nearly 80,000 young people have gone through SCA gaining conservation, leadership and life skills in the process. Learn more.

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USFS Southern Region (R8)

Student Conservation Association and the U.S. Forest Service will work together to a regional roving trail crew on the National Forests of the Southern Appalachians Priority Area and adjacent forests. The Public Land Corps crew (ages 16-30 or veterans up to 35) will be composed of 3 crew members and one crew leader. The crew will serve on Southern Appalachian Forests for 13 weeks. The crew members and leaders will receive training before starting work, which includes wilderness first aid, work skills, and trail bridge repair skill-building.

Once on the forest, crews will focus their work on priority trail bridge and trail projects as outlined by the host forest and regional oﬃce. Forest Service staff will provide meaningful projects and site orientation, on-site logistical support, and housing onsite in FS housing or in developed campgrounds with shower and electricity. SCA will provide all necessary support services, crew leadership, transportation, personal safety equipment, and other standard materials/supplies necessary to perform the work. The Forest Service will provide equipment, tools, supplies, and materials upon request, subject to availability.

Forests may include: Cherokee National Forest, North Carolina National Forests, and the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests.

Benefits:

Weekly living allowance: $250

One time travel allowance: $650

SCA and USFS training on trails, bridge construction and inspection

WFA & CPR

Housing and field based meals provided

Training Provided

Bridge Inspection Training , Bridge building and trail maintenance training.

Education, Training & Skills Expected

Forestry

some coursework or experience

Recreation Management

some coursework or experience

Construction

competent without supervision

Hand Tools

competent without supervision

Trail Maintenance

competent without supervision

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USFS Southern Region (R8) Student Conservation Association and the U.S. Forest Service will work together to a regional roving trail crew on the National Forests of the Southern Appalachians Priority Area and adjacent forests. The Public Land Corps crew (ages 16-30 or veterans up to 35) will be composed of 3 crew members and one crew leader.

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Park Guide Intern

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Canyonlands National Park

Join a team of dedicated rangers at Canyonlands National Park's Island in the Sky District working to help visitors appreciate, understand, and appropriately enjoy this stunning red rock desert. Responsibilities include:

Staff the visitor center desk providing orientation, answering questions, collecting fees, and helping visitors plan backcountry trips, 65%;

Present interpretive programs which may include geology talks, patio talks, and guided walks, 10%;

Research and prepare programs and/or rove scenic overlooks and park trails, 10%;

Training 10%; and

Assist park staff with various projects, 5%.

Compensation amounts:

$1,100 - one time RT travel allowance

$160 - weekly living allowance

Housing

*All allowances subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes

*Please note this position is NOT eligible for an AmeriCorps education award

Location Description

Do you want the best of both worlds? You'll find it at Canyonlands National Park. The Island in the Sky district sits on a high mesa surrounded by the deep red rock canyons of the Green and Colorado Rivers and offers spectacular views one hundred miles wide. Much of the park is wilderness providing unique possibilities to explore this untouched landscape. Thirty-five miles away is the town of Moab with shops, restaurants and a wide variety of recreation opportunities. The nearby La Sal Mountains are a cool forest retreat and fifteen other National Park sites within a day's drive make for amazing weekend getaways.

Training Provided

Natural and cultural history; interpretive skills; backcountry roving; trail monitoring; fee collection; issuing permits.

Educational/Recreational Opportunities

Opportunity for 3-day White Rim backcountry orientation trip. There are many natural areas, national parks and state parks close-by and within a few hours drive.

Handicap Accessible?

Education and Interpretation

Education, Training & Skills Expected

Earth Sciences

some coursework or experience

Resource Management

some coursework or experience

History

some coursework or experience

Customer Service

competent without supervision

Public Speaking

some experience

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Canyonlands National Park Join a team of dedicated rangers at Canyonlands National Park's Island in the Sky District working to help visitors appreciate, understand, and appropriately enjoy this stunning red rock desert.

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There are 20,000 original photographs in the Yosemite Archives which we plan to make accessible to NPS education and interpretation staff, historians and other scholars doing research in Yosemite by digitizing the photographs and placing them on the web. The project will involve working with 6,500 prints circa 1920s-1960s. Interns will conduct research needed to assess which images are in the public domain, which are copyrighted, and which are orphaned works. All of the images in the public domain and the orphaned works will be digitized and made broadly available to the public on the web. Interns will catalog the metadata into a master spreadsheet. From that point in the process, the images and metadata will be uploaded to https://npgallery.nps.gov/yose. Interns will produce at least one blog post or social media post during their internships. The Yosemite Museum blog post can be found at: https://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/insideourcollections.htm. The primary data sources on NPGallery are the most requested materials in the Yosemite Archives and are used weekly by park staff to create educational and interpretive exhibits for public view in the Yosemite Museum and Visitor Center. Other park staff use the archives to document historic structures. Scholarly researchers from around the world use the Yosemite archives, including our rich collection of photos to produce books and documentaries for public enjoyment and education.

The Yosemite Archives receives thousands of research requests per year, one of the most active archives in the Park Service. We are tasked with being the memory for the park and providing critical documentation for decision making; by Yosemite Museum designers, and natural and cultural resource professionals at Yosemite as they develop site-specific plans for the restoration and stabilization of natural and cultural resources. The photos in our collection are the original, one-of-a-kind documentation on historic structures, landscapes, people, ﬂora and fauna, and the activities which have taken place over time to alter those resources. Researchers utilizing Archive resources include NPS staff and the public at large.

Having some experience working in archives/museums, or digitizing, or entering metadata is ideal. We will provide onsite training.

Location Description

The Yosemite Archives and Employee Housing is located in El Portal, CA on the west entrance of the park on HWY 140.

Training Provided

We will provide onsite training in digitizing, and provide an SOP on how to determine copyright status.

Educational/Recreational Opportunities

Staff can enjoy winter activities in the park like snow shoeing, skiing and ice skating.

Handicap Accessible?

Cultural/Historical Resource Mgmt

Education, Training & Skills Expected

Communications

some coursework or experience

Education

some coursework or experience

Resource Management

some coursework or experience

History

some coursework or experience

Customer Service

some experience

Field Research

some experience

Social Media

some experience

Photography

some experience

Public Speaking

some experience

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Embark on a 50-day journey through mountains, canyons, deserts and rivers in one of the most beautiful and geologically stunning landscapes in the world - the American Desert Southwest. Request a call from an Outward Bound specialist today.

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Oregon Cascades & Idaho Salmon River Leadership Semester

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Challenge yourself & build interpersonal & leadership skills on this semester long course to Oregon & Idaho for outdoor adventure & service learning. Learn more about our Summer 2018 courses & sign up today!

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Oregon Cascades & Idaho Salmon River Leadership Semester

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Challenge yourself & build interpersonal & leadership skills on this semester long course to Oregon & Idaho for outdoor adventure & service learning. Learn more about our Summer 2018 courses & sign up today!

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Colorado Rockies Alpine Backpacking & Service

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Challenge yourself on this 4 or 15-day course for adults to Colorado for backpacking, rock climbing & outdoor service learning. Enroll today in a 2018 course!

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Student Conservation Association

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) partnering with AmeriCorps to administer the 2019-20 Historic Preservation Corps. This internship provides training and hands-on learning experiences in historic preservation and natural resource stewardship. The internship will begin with a 2-3 week training in late August followed by a 42 week internship at a federal or state partner site (still to be determined) somewhere in the U.S.

Eligibility:

US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Interested in working outside

Positive attitude

Program Details:

2-3 week Training at SCA NH campus beginning August 19th.

42-43 week placement at a federal or state site in the U.S.

Interns will be placed in pairs

Interns will assist partners in completing a variety of historic preservation projects on structures, facilities, and/or trails of historical significance.

Housing (or monthly housing allowance)

Travel allowance to training and to site

$200/week Living Allowance

AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,920

Optional Health Insurance enrollment

Training and professional development

SCA/AmeriCorps clothing and gear

Tag: SCA1957

Location Description

Specific sites are yet to be determined.

Cultural/Historical Resource Mgmt

Education, Training & Skills Expected

Resource Management

some coursework or experience

History

some coursework or experience

Construction

some experience

Hand Tools

some experience

Leadership Experience

some experience

Trail Maintenance

some experience

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Member application: Apply now

MPCA is seeking 44 full-time AmeriCorps members! Application deadline June 17, 2019.

Members serve with local governments, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions statewide. Members serve 40 hours a week for 11 months, September 2019 through August 2020.
1. Review documents
2. Apply online. Complete the online application, upload a resume, and submit by the application deadline.

Questions about the Minnesota GreenCorps program or positions? Contact mngreencorps.pca@state.mn.us.

Learn more: Member application

The Minnesota GreenCorps program is a statewide initiative, coordinated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, to preserve and protect Minnesota's environment while training a new generation of environmental professionals.

The program places AmeriCorps members with host organizations around the state to assist communities and local governments in addressing a variety of statewide needs, aiming to:

Reduce solid waste and increase recycling in Minnesota communities.

Reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) and other air pollutants.

Reduce water runoff and improve water quality.

Assist community members to take eco-friendly actions.

Increase community resilience and build local capacity to respond to the threats of climate change.

Train new environmental professionals.

Minnesota GreenCorps is an AmeriCorps program. Funding is provided through a grant from ServeMinnesota and the Corporation for National and Community Service.

Members serve at their host sites for 11 months, from mid-September through mid-August. More than 240 GreenCorps members have served at over 130 organizations across Minnesota. Former and current host site organizations include cities, counties, public schools, universities, watershed districts, and non-profit organizations.

Since the program's launch in 2009, Minnesota GreenCorps members have engaged and educated nearly 200,000 volunteers in communities around the state through service projects, including assistance with environmental fairs, multi-modal transportation events, energy benchmarking, waste sorts, tree inventory/citizen foresters, invasive species removal, tree planting, and building rain gardens. Many of these projects help to increase resilience of Minnesota communities to the impacts of climate change, such as increasing heat and heavy precipitation.

For more information

For more information, please email: mngreencorps.pca@state.mn.us

Currently there are 42 Minnesota GreenCorps members serving at host sites around the state.

Project summaries: Program Year 2018-2019 (p-mgc1-10)

About me. I recently graduated from the University of Minnesota, and am hoping to go on to law school after my service term. I am interested in sustainable agriculture policy and hope to move my career in that direction in the future. Outside of my academic/professional life, I enjoy spending time with animals, photography and being outside.

Read more member features.

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CCNC Corpsmember - AmeriCorps Fall Conservation Crew

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CCNC - Conservation Crews - Fall 2019 - Raleigh, North Carolina, United States - Conservation Legacy

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Position Dates: Mid-August through November Pay Rate: $300/week + $1,200 AmeriCorps education award (300 hour AmeriCorps National Service Term) ***Applicants will be contacted in...

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Section Study | The School of The New York Times

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Educational programs that reflect the scope and relevance of The Times.

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Program Overview

Join a highly-successful and hands-on science center in the city of Perth, Western Australia. Founded in 1988, this organization's mission is to increase interest, participation, awareness, and capability by all Western Australians (WA) in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This organization runs programs and exhibitions designed to engage the WA community in science and technology. Their hands-on approach to learning attracts over 300,000 visitors each year to its facility in City West. Its Outreach arm tours extensively across the state, reaching over 165,000 West Australians. AFS has worked in partnership with this organization for over 8 years, with up to 3 volunteers per year enjoying placements there.

This volunteer opportunity offers a unique experience in science communication, as well as working with children in a very positive and dynamic work environment. Volunteers will communicate about science with visitors and school students, run educational programs, help with special events, process memberships, and assist with a range of administrative tasks. The volunteer might even be asked to join the "Road Show," joining the team in travelling around Western Australia taking different exhibits to schools! This organization is a very well supported and organized volunteer program which includes great orientation, training, and support.

Participants must volunteer for a minimum of 25 hours per week in their designated community placement.

Eligibility

Participants must be interested in science, technology, and education. In addition, participants should be passionate about working and communicating with children ranging from pre-school to high school. Someone interested in working with a vibrant and creative workforce of science educators is desirable.

Participants must have completed secondary education in their home country and evidence of this must be included in your application.

In addition to meeting the education and language requirements outlined above, applicants will also complete a Skype or Zoom video interview with AFS Australia staff. This is to ensure that applicants have the necessary communication skills, as well as to establish expectations regarding their placement.

Where you'll stay

Participants live with an Australian host family who have been screened by AFS Australia. Please note that during the application process, if a participant rejects a host family placement by AFS Australia, a second placement is not guaranteed. AFS Australia works hard to provide high-quality host family placements for participants of the Community Service in Australia program. We use the information provided by applicants to match them with a suitable host family.

While most of our placements are highly successful, some participants do require or request a host family change. Where this is required, AFS Australia assists to provide participants with a new host family placement however, requests by participants for a host family change cannot always be met. In these situations, you will be able to seek advice from AFS Australia staff.

Participants should expect to volunteer and live in regional Australia. We recommend that they undertake research prior to departing their home country about both their community service organization and the place that they will be living so that they are fully prepared for their placement.

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Program Overview

Internship Examples

Below are examples of our international Sports Administration Internships. It is not guaranteed that you could get placed in one of the internship examples, but there are plenty of opportunities within the field. New opportunities are created every year. If you don't see what you're looking for, let us know!

Sports Administration Internship

This national sports organization has an internship placement opportunity for a candidate with an interest in sports management, coaching events, and logistical support. A background and a passion for sports management are essential. Interns must possess strong organizational skills, an interest in working as part of a team and representing the interests of a national sporting administration.

Sports Journalism with a Major Sports News Agency

This internship is with an everything-sports-related news company. They work in all forms of media. Interns will be expected to work on radio, social media, television and video production. An ideal candidate will be dynamic, comfortable on camera, outgoing, a good communicator, a sports lover, and a skilled writer. Spanish language skills are a plus.

Housing and Language

Where you'll live during your internship

Depending on your sports administration internship location, you can expect to stay in a shared room in an apartment, college dorm, or student residence. A local program advisor and coordinator will be available to help you settle in and answer any questions during your program. Your accommodations will likely be within walking distance of city public transportation. During your stay, you'll be within the same network as the students and/or interns you're living with. It is often through these individuals that you can learn the most, as you explore the highlights of the city together, share career-building advice, and venture out on your own to your internship posts.

Your language learning

Most locations are very English-friendly, and do not require prior knowledge of the local language. Depending on your placement, you may have the opportunity to integrate further into the community by attending language lessons. * If your internship takes place in Paris, you'll have the chance to experience full cultural immersion by living with a local host family. (French language skills are required for an internship in this location, and you should expect to be evaluated beforehand via Skype interview.)

Preparing for your future in Sports Administration

Selecting your internship

Before you depart, you'll be introduced to your internship advisor for one-on-one support and career guidance. Your advisor will help you prepare for your internship interview, build an effective cover letter and resume, and choose the right placement. Working with your advisor, you'll take the Clifton Strengths Finder Assessment to identify your top five strengths. These strengths will be useful in determining future opportunities and helping to focus your interests into clear career goals well beyond the scope of the program.

Before your internship

Once you and your advisor have selected your internship, you'll have access to a pre-departure orientation video series to help you get ready for the transformational experience of working and living abroad. You'll also have career skills training videos and articles at your fingertips to help you build your resume in advance. We want you to succeed and thrive abroad, and will provide countless resources to ensure you have what you need to do so.

During your internship

When you arrive at your destination, you'll attend a welcome orientation to help you settle in and start your experience with your best foot forward. Midway through your program, you'll check in with local advisors at a career coaching session. During this visit, onsite staff will interview you and your employer to identify your strengths and areas where you could improve. We find this feedback-loop to not only be essential for success, but often lacking in environments where you're on your own. Before the conclusion of your internship, you'll attend a program debriefing and re-entry career and culture training. When you return home, you'll join a network of alumni across the world who have used the skills they gained to advance their lives and careers!

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Sports Administration Internships abroad with AFSNext

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Below are examples of our international Sports Administration Internships. It is not guaranteed that you could get placed in one of the internship examples, but there are plenty of opportunities within the field. New opportunities are created every year. If you don't see what you're looking for, let us know!

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Study at a Danish Folk College, Pros: college experience, not a traditional college experience,  based on dialogue and mutual learning between teachers and students, 6 choices for study options, 16 or 32 week options, Starts Aug/Sept so like the rest of your friends, connected with a Danish family on weekends. Cons: distance, structure less clear, need more information.

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Program Overview

Danish folk college, described as a "School of Life," is a unique concept that belongs to the non-formal educational system in Denmark. Classes are based on dialogue and mutual learning between teachers and students. Folk colleges do not have academic or standardized testing requirements for admittance. Choose from six folk colleges to expand your knowledge and skills on a wide range of subjects, including arts, sustainability, global citizenship, music, theatre, film, journalism, athletics, and more.

As a student living on campus, you'll be fully engaged in folk college life, attending classes, eating, and spending your spare time with your fellow students and teachers. This style of living creates a close-knit community and a safe space where everybody can be themselves, try out new things, make mistakes, and learn from them. Danish folk college offers a nurturing setting in which students can develop their interpersonal and intercultural competencies as they live and study alongside Danish and other diverse student populations. This is your opportunity to focus on your own personal development in a supportive, reflective, and inspirational environment.

Housing

During your time in Denmark, you'll live on campus in a dormitory. All meals are included in your program. Dormitory-style living is a great way to bond with your classmates and develop lifelong friendships. In addition, you'll have the chance to be part of a Danish AFS contact family during weekends and holidays, which will grant you wonderful insight into Scandinavian and Danish culture.

Eligibility

Participants must be between 17.5 and 30 years old, and be prepared to actively engage in college life.

Academics

You may choose from the following Danish Folk Colleges:

Vestjylland Folk College

The Vestjylland Folk College is set in beautiful nature by the Fjord of Ringkøbing (a town with about 60,000 inhabitants), near the North Sea.

It considers itself the green folk college of Denmark. Meals are 60-90% organic and it has its own wind turbine which supplies the school with C02 neutral energy, together with its solar and geothermal system. Their ecological garden, dubbed the "Garden of Wonder," gives inspiration to new ways of sustainability.

The primary subjects are sustainable lifestyle, ecological entrepreneurship, dancing, music, singing, creative arts (such as ceramics and painting), theatre, cooking and writing. You can dig into one or two main subjects or create a schedule with a broad range of cultural content.

Other subjects include politics, philosophy, sport and outdoor life, as well as Danish for foreigners.

Snoghøj Højskole

This college is located in the center of Denmark, close to the sea and the town of Fredericia.

You may choose from the following basecamps:

Culture: Danish and European studies

Performing Arts: music, acting, singing and dancing

Auteur: theatre direction, manuscript and scenography

You will study alongside Danish students, but all classes are conducted in English. In addition, there will be several trips to significant places in Denmark.

You will also have the opportunity to take classes in the Danish and English language.

BrenderupHøjskole

This college focuses on educating students in cultural diversity, global citizenship, and global perspectives. It is located on the Funen island.

You will be part of the International Line and study together with young people from both Denmark and around the world.

Subjects are based on topics such as Democracy vs. Hegemony, Globalization vs. Nationalism, Terrorism, Migration, Sustainability, Otherness, Story Telling and Self Narration, The UN, The EU, and more.

Classes and discussions are conducted in English. As a student in this program, you will also be able to take part in a range of practical workshops, such as arts, handicrafts, music, sports, Danish language, and recycling design. The program is "hands-on" - you will work within your chosen subjects and actively take part in the daily activities at school.

Odder Højskole

This college emphasizes developing the potential of the individual and offers a wide range of courses within the areas of arts and sports. It is in the Jutland peninsular - about 20 km from Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark.

You will be able to choose between subjects within journalism, music/song/dance, design, film/TV production, sport/fitness, and the arts. You will study together with young people from both Denmark and around the world. You will also have the chance to take classes in the Danish language.

Silkeborg Højskole

This college offers a wide range of courses within the areas of outdoor activities, arts, music, politics and sports. Located among lakes and forests in Silkeborg - about 40 km from Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark.

The main International Line focuses on changemaking and global citizenship, but you will also be able to choose sports such as water sports, ball games, core training and more. In addition, many art classes are offered, such as ceramics and drawing, music (choir/sound lab), and video/storytelling. Silkeborg folk college offers an international environment with young people from across the globe.

Nordjyllands Idrætshøjskole

Located in Northern Jutland in Brønderslev, a town of about 12, 000 inhabitants. It focuses on physical education, so you can take part in a wide range of different sports. You'll have approximately 15 hours of physical/sports lessons per week and you can choose up to 4 sports as part of your schedule including badminton, soccer, spinning, and adventure sports.

As an AFS student you will be part of the international class. This class focuses on Danish culture, youth culture, pedagogy, and the special Danish tradition of democracy. All teachers and most Danish students speak English, and all your lessons are conducted in English.

In addition to participating in the international class, you will also have some classes together with the Danish students.

The folk college organizes optional adventure trips to France and other European countries. If you wish to take part in such trips, the cost is additional and should be paid directly to the college.

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Program Overview

Study abroad in Greece and discover ancient Greece as well as and modern Greek culture! Examine the local sustainable micro-entrepreneurship movement, social responsibility, Europe's refugee crisis, immigration, and more. You can also do fieldwork and research with local Greek family businesses.

Thessaloniki Semester

If you are looking to explore ancient and modern cultural and social issues, choose a Spring or Fall Greece study abroad semester (or a shorter summer term) in Thessaloniki, where you can study social activism, youth empowerment and micro-enterprise.

Thessaloniki, the capital of Central Macedonia, is a 2,300 year old city that still plays a vital and active role in international trade for much of Southern Europe. Those interested in Grecian history will adore Thessaloniki's unique past, as a symbol of the Byzantine Empire and a free state under Roman rule. The city was also influenced by the occupation of the Ottoman empire, and was the site where the Young Turk Revolution began.

The language of instruction is English.

Where you'll stay in Greece

During your Greece study abroad program, you will live with local Greek families in Thessaloniki. Living with local families is part of the immersion experience and students will have the chance to learn what it's like to be a "Thessalonikian." All host families are carefully selected and experienced with hosting students. Partial board is included.

Eligibility

The Greece semester abroad program welcomes students of any nation who have a high school diploma or equivalent credentials. TOEFL equivalent 550. No Greek language required.

Academics

Greece Study Abroad: Required Courses

Introduction to COSA

This course is presented virtually and starts before departure and completes after returning from the Greece study abroad program. It includes both pre-departure and post-departure information, discussion and reflection. The course discusses the theories and practical realities of intercultural service-learning to help dissect the international experience and to foster intercultural competence. One credit will be awarded for 15 hours of academic reflections work, and 2 credits will be awarded for the hands-on service-learning volunteering.

Contact Hours: 45
Recommended U.S. Credits: 3

COSA in Greece (Community Organizing and Social Activism)

The focus of this course is to study community organizing and social activism that can be used across cultures and countries. The course begins with a review of social change organizations, explores the history and ethics of international service, and studies past and present political and social movements and advocacy efforts in Greece. Students will learn the theories and realities of intercultural service-learning. Topics are examined through the lens of community service in Greek NGOs and other non-profits, and include intercultural communication, the mechanics of Greek non-profits/NGOs, citizenship in Greece, local civic engagement/advocacy efforts, and the exploration of civil society.

Contact Hours: 45
Recommended US credits: 3

Modern Greek Language

This course is designed to enlighten students with the Greek language, its script, its history, and its idiosyncrasies. Its aim is to familiarize students with the Greek speech and script in a simple and comprehensible way, to discover the alphabet and understand how it became the basis for most European alphabets, to learn how and why the Greek language has dominated scientific and disciplinary terminologies, and how much of it is still used throughout the world. Students will also learn to identify the etymology and meaning of most major Greek words still used in the English language, (from democracy and tyranny to psychology and astronomy) and be able to hold short conversations in one of the oldest and most influential languages in history.

Contact Hours: 45
Recommended US credits: 3

Greek History and Culture

This course is designed to familiarize students with Greek history and culture. Its aim is to explore the 5,000 years of Greek history. The course will connect the dots from prehistoric times and the era of the great heroes and legends, like Hercules, Odysseus and the Trojan War, with the achievements of Ancient Greece, the troubled years of Medieval and Byzantine Greece until its independence after the Greek Revolution of 1821, and Greece in the 21st century. Taking place in a large, vibrant port city of Thessaloniki, with a history of over 2,500 years, students will be able to experience Greece's living history firsthand.

Contact Hours: 45
Recommended US credits: 3

The Rise of Social Activism in Greece Since the Crisis

This course explores solidarity, or social unity, in the context of austerity and refugees in Greece. Austerity measures motivated community efforts including soup kitchens and free pharmacy distribution clinics. At the height of the European refugee crisis, civilian volunteers offered clothing, food, transportation and shelter to immigrants and refugees entering Greece. This course explores how these two crises moments have challenged established forms of sociality and motivated a movement towards national and global solidarity.

Contact Hours: 45
Recommended US credits: 3

Creative Thinking and Entrepreneurship

This course is about productive thinking and is designed to assist students in developing critical and creative thinking skills. These skills include the ability to make well-reasoned decisions, solve problems skillfully, and make carefully thought-out judgments about the worth, accuracy, and value of information, ideas, claims, and proposals.

Contact Hours: 45
Recommended US credits: 3

As a service-learning member in Thessaloniki, Greece, you'll have the chance to do volunteer work in one of several local agencies. We try to match your skills and interests to the placement, but please remember that service is ultimately meant to respond to the needs of others.

During your Greece study abroad program, you'll be an active member of a volunteer team, and work to enhance the projects with your dedication, expertise, and experience. Your effect on other people's lives will be both powerful and long-lasting.

Volunteer projects address:

Refugee assistance

English language instruction

Supporting homeless and at-risk youth

Working with disadvantaged preschool and primary school children

The Care Center:

The Care Center was formed to help refugees and migrants in Thessaloniki. The center accepts refugees and immigrants from different countries who have applied for asylum in Greece or are being transferred to another country. With the help of the mobile medical unit (a fully equipped dental, gynecological and cardiology clinic), we offer free medical services to the villages of Greece, Roma camps, and official refugee accommodation centers.

Blue Refugee Center

The Blue Refugee Center is an inclusive space where people of diverse backgrounds receive education and livelihood programs, attend social and recreation events, and share information and experiences. The Blue Refugee Center also provides reproductive, neonatal and postnatal counseling and care to mothers, designated spaces for breastfeeding, child-friendly spaces and targeted services to beneficiaries. The primary objective of the Center is to empower refugee and host communities by offering a place for these groups to actively partake in decisions that impact their lives.

Thessaloniki Solidarity Center

The Thessaloniki Solidarity Center provides healthcare services, social support services, employment services and legal aid to disadvantaged groups who live in Thessaloniki. All services are free and there are no requirements as to who can receive services. This represents a comprehensive effort directed at poverty relief and social integration of those most affected by the crises facing Greece - specifically, the economic collapse and the increase of migrants and refugees. The center serves the comprehensive needs of refugees including education, employment, and general social services.

Anatoliki Development Agency

The Anatoliki Development Agency is a government run organization dedicated to creating a "Green Zone" in the regions of Northern Greece. The agency provides the following to achieve these goals:

Human resources

Environment and infrastructures

Energy

Sustainable mobility

Environmental education

Consulting support on school communities

Social economy

Agricultural development

Promotion of innovation and new technologies

Supporting Local Authorities

Supporting Sustainable Enterprises

This school is located within walking distance of campus and serves the children of economically disadvantaged families in Thessaloniki. Volunteers can work with classroom teachers in the elementary school, assisting them in a variety of ways including teaching the children English.

Project PAL

Project PAL is combating discrimination in education and employment in the EU. The project aims to achieve a number of goals in education, healthcare, housing, and employment in order to accelerate Roma Integration into society.

The Mobile School Project

The Mobile School Project is a cart on wheels with extendable blackboards, allowing the mobile school's educational games to be installed everywhere, such as on sidewalks, in squares, parks, and slums of the big city, with more than 300 educational games available. The Mobile School Project's goals are to empower street kids, street workers, and school kids. The package covers diverse areas, which makes it possible to provide children a wide scope of basic education: literacy, creative therapy, health education, and drugs and AIDS prevention.

Art Box

Using the idea of Art as Social Intervention, projects hosted by Art Box aim for social change through community engagement, citizen empowerment, and community self-governance. The lab responds to society's needs and problems by introducing solutions and alternative strategies with the contribution of the artist as a catalyst for change and the citizen as co-producer.

ISea

ISea is an environmental organization for the preservation of the aquatic ecosystems. Their activities range from research to educational programs for adults and kids. They have four main areas of focus:

Fisheries

Invasive Aquatic Species

Human and Aquatic Ecosystems

Waste Water Management

Things to Do

Travel is an integral element of studying abroad. Applying knowledge from the classroom through firsthand observation allows for greater comprehension and cultural understanding.

City Tour

As part of orientation upon arrival in Greece, you will be given a day-long guided city tour highlighting important historical sites and museums in Thessaloniki. This will serve as an introduction to the rich history of Greece.

Mt. Olympus & Dion (two days, one night)

You will enjoy a hike up to Mt. Olympus, which is the home of the Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greek Mythology.

Sailing Trip (four days, three nights, additional fee)

An unforgettable journey to the three Aegean islands of Skiathos, Skopeleos, and Alonissos and the National Marine Park.

Four Day Excursion to Zagorochoria in the Epirius Region

Zagorochoria, also known as the Zagori villages, rests on peaceful mountain slopes, tucked in the northwestern corner of Greece. These villages are the picture of tranquility and peace, with vast views of unspoiled nature and endless hiking opportunities!
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Four Day Excursion to the Tzoumerka Region

Home to quaint villages and stone bridges, Tzoumerka contains stunning natural beauty including waterfalls, rivers, lush hiking trails, and breathtaking mountains.

In addition to the above trips, students taking the Greek Cultural Experience and other classes go on short excursions, including visits to museums and markets, organic farms and vineyards, and exhibitions and fairs.

Athens (multi-day)

You will have the opportunity to spend four days in Athens exploring everything this 3,400-year-old city has to offer, such as the Hellenic Parliament and the Acropolis.

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Greece Study Abroad: Semester Program - AFSNext

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Study abroad in Greece and discover ancient Greece as well as and modern Greek culture! Examine the local sustainable micro-entrepreneurship movement, social responsibility, Europe's refugee crisis, immigration, and more. You can also do fieldwork and research with local Greek family businesses.

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Celeste: offer to Au pair, live in apartment with student, do day care pick up and cover kids, au pairs are required to take language classes, would offer opportunity to learn german, have comfort of family but independent living. you'd have to be on your best behavior b/c their your family.

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Sept. 9 – Dec. 6, 2019 (only for gap year students) Pros: only gap year students, learn about yourself, pairs well with your camp counselor knowledge, will mean you have more job options following summer, leave when friends do, USA base, focus on leadership skills, structured program. Cons: camping focused (not sure how you feel about that)

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Spend a semester learning a broad range of outdoor skills, from river rafting to rock climbing, as you grow and develop as a leader.

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Adirondack Service Expedition - 18 to 22 Only

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Combine backpacking with service work in New York's Adirondacks.

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Service that fits you.Choose your location: Serve in your own community or in a place you have never been before. AmeriCorps State and National has programs is all U.S. states and territories.Choose your time commitment: AmeriCorps State and National offers service positions ranging from 300 to 1700 hour commitments.

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AmeriCorps VISTA members build capacity in nonprofit organizations and public agencies to help them more effectively generate the commitment of private sector resources, encourage volunteer service at the local level, and empower individuals and communities. AmeriCorps VISTA members serve full time for one-year terms.

Leaders work to expand and build the capacity of individual AmeriCorps VISTA members and their service sites. AmeriCorps VISTA Leaders have previously served a full term of full-time service with any AmeriCorps program or with Peace Corps, and have demonstrated exemplary skills and leadership in community service.

The AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate program offers individuals the opportunity to become engaged in a community through an existing AmeriCorps VISTA project for 8, 9, or 10 weeks during the summer.

Since 1965, over 220,000 VISTA members have served with the mission to strengthen organizations that alleviate poverty. VISTA serves in each of the 50 U.S. States and in all U.S. Territories. VISTA members go where they are needed and make a difference through volunteering and the mobilization of resources.

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