It's a 10-month adventure with people who thrive on trying new things, pitching in, and giving back. Your education level doesn't matter - just your commitment, energy, and flexibility. In addition, members must be team-oriented people who work well in a structured environment. As part of a team of 10 to 12 members, you'll work on a lot of different projects like providing disaster relief for flood victims in Texas, building new homes in Appalachia, tutoring kids in Los Angeles, or clearing trails in the Great Smoky Mountains. As a member, you will live in a dorm, work with your team, and travel to service in other communities and states.
Members are community organizers, resource mobilizers, and self-starters.
Members are patient enough to work on a project that might not have visible results and are committed full time for an entire year. They are the leaders who get things done. Or you may be assigned to an organization that is helping people move from welfare to work or that is introducing technology to an underserved neighborhood. Members can serve close to home or choose to move to a new place. As an AmeriCorps member, you'll be assigned to work with a sponsoring national, state, or local nonprofit organization to meet the specific needs of the communities they serve.