Join AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps offers a variety of service opportunities, ranging from the classroom, the outdoors, and everything in between. You can search for projects near you, or anywhere in the country. Most projects are one year and full-time, but part-time and shorter term options are available. AmeriCorps matches dedicated service members with thousands of organizations nationwide to tackle some of our Nation's toughest challenges with local solutions.

Our three flagship programs, AmeriCorps State & National, AmeriCorps NCCC, and AmeriCorps VISTA, have key differences you can research below as you search for the AmeriCorps project that is right for you. No matter what you're passionate about, where you're from, or why you choose to serve, AmeriCorps is your chance to be the greater good.

 

Which AmeriCorps Program is Right for Me?

Types of Service

AmeriCorps NCCCAmeriCorps State & NationalAmeriCorps VISTA
Conduct hands-on service projects with a teamMeet community needs through diverse projectsWork with organizations to fight poverty

Age

AmeriCorps NCCCAmeriCorps State & NationalAmeriCorps VISTA
18 – 24 (18+ for leaders)17+18+

Eligibility

AmeriCorps NCCCAmeriCorps State & NationalAmeriCorps VISTA
No prior experience necessaryNo prior experience necessaryNo prior experience necessary

Duration

AmeriCorps NCCCAmeriCorps State & NationalAmeriCorps VISTA
10 – 12 monthsGenerally 3 – 12 months*12 months

Location

AmeriCorps NCCCAmeriCorps State & NationalAmeriCorps VISTA
Travel and serve on various projectsAnywhere in the countryAnywhere in the country

Living Allowance

AmeriCorps NCCCAmeriCorps State & NationalAmeriCorps VISTA
YesYes, depending on programYes

Education Award

AmeriCorps NCCCAmeriCorps State & NationalAmeriCorps VISTA
Up to $6,095Up to $6,095Up to $6,095 (or $1,800 cash stipend)


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