Description
The American Connection Corps (ACC) is the nation’s premier AmeriCorps service experience focused on advancing economic prosperity in rural and emerging communities. We are looking for America's most outstanding young people, who aspire to leverage the program as a launching pad for a lifelong career of public service.
In too many of America's rural and emerging communities, success is defined as "leaving, and never coming back." Through ACC, you can help change that narrative, activating yourself as a rising local community leader. And as you form bonds with ACC peers across the country, you can help bridge the divides that polarize America today. ACC is among the fastest-growing AmeriCorps programs in the country – we’ll have over 100 corps members serving communities across 30+ states this year.
Here's how the program works:
- ACC Members are placed in a paid, full-time position in which they work on a critical challenge alongside an existing community leader. Working together for 35 hours per week, the placement serves as an “apprenticeship” in leadership and local service for the Member, as they serve within a local government agency or nonprofit in their community. Service begins in late August 2023, and concludes in July 2024.
- ACC Members have even further opportunity to develop knowledge, sharpen skills, and build connections at ACC’s three in-person retreats throughout the year. Retreats are week-long experiences that will take you to Wichita (KS), Minneapolis (MN), and Washington DC; you’ll put your host site responsibilities on pause while you get to know your ACC cohort and discuss the challenges you’re each addressing in your communities. During each retreat, you’ll get to learn from nationally renowned community leaders, corporate executives, policymakers, and more.
- When the program concludes, Members go on to receive leadership positions with local/state governments and nonprofits. Many Members receive full-time job offers from their host site, and others start local businesses, run for office, or pursue graduate school at amazing programs nationwide.
That's all! Join us on a journey to bring needed change to every corner of this country - we'd love to see your application!
Find more details about the program on our website: www.americanconnectioncorps.org
The American Connection Corps (ACC) is the nation’s premier AmeriCorps service experience focused on advancing economic prosperity in rural and emerging communities. We are looking for America's most outstanding young people, who aspire to leverage the program as a launching pad for a lifelong career of public service.
In too many of America's rural and emerging communities, success is defined as "leaving, and never coming back." Through ACC, you can help change that narrative, activating yourself as a rising local community leader. And as you form bonds with ACC peers across the country, you can help bridge the divides that polarize America today. ACC is among the fastest-growing AmeriCorps programs in the country – we’ll have over 100 corps members serving communities across 30+ states this year.
Here's how the program works:
- ACC Members are placed in a paid, full-time position in which they work on a critical challenge alongside an existing community leader. Working together for 35 hours per week, the placement serves as an “apprenticeship” in leadership and local service for the Member, as they serve within a local government agency or nonprofit in their community. Service begins in late August 2023, and concludes in July 2024.
- ACC Members have even further opportunity to develop knowledge, sharpen skills, and build connections at ACC’s three in-person retreats throughout the year. Retreats are week-long experiences that will take you to Wichita (KS), Minneapolis (MN), and Washington DC; you’ll put your host site responsibilities on pause while you get to know your ACC cohort and discuss the challenges you’re each addressing in your communities. During each retreat, you’ll get to learn from nationally renowned community leaders, corporate executives, policymakers, and more.
- When the program concludes, Members go on to receive leadership positions with local/state governments and nonprofits. Many Members receive full-time job offers from their host site, and others start local businesses, run for office, or pursue graduate school at amazing programs nationwide.
That's all! Join us on a journey to bring needed change to every corner of this country - we'd love to see your application!
Find more details about the program on our website: www.americanconnectioncorps.org
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Living Allowance
$2000
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$2500 monthly
Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Stipend, Student loan forbearance
Additional Benefits
Every full-time American Connection Corps Member receives a $30,000 living stipend, a $6,895 AmeriCorps Segal education award (used to cover any education-related expenses after the program concludes), full healthcare coverage, and financial hardship assistance funds.
Members are also supported by dedicated supervisors at their host organizations and by Lead For America's amazing team of Program Officers. Program Officers provide 1:1 personal and professional support throughout the entire program year, and they also help connect Members with the rest of their cohort serving across the country. These peers will become your friends and colleagues during your many years of public service ahead!
Education Benefits
College Degree, GED/High School Diploma, Credential or Certification
Education Requirements
GED
Desired Languages
English
Other Conditions
Subject to criminal background check