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 NCCC | AmeriCorps State & National | AmeriCorps VISTA |
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Conduct hands-on service projects with a team | Meet community needs through diverse projects | Work with organizations to fight poverty |
Age
AmeriCorps NCCC | AmeriCorps State & National | AmeriCorps VISTA |
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18 – 24 (18+ for leaders) | 17+ | 18+ |
Eligibility
AmeriCorps NCCC | AmeriCorps State & National | AmeriCorps VISTA |
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No prior experience necessary | No prior experience necessary | No prior experience necessary |
Duration
AmeriCorps NCCC | AmeriCorps State & National | AmeriCorps VISTA |
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10 – 12 months | Generally 3 – 12 months* | 12 months |
Location
AmeriCorps NCCC | AmeriCorps State & National | AmeriCorps VISTA |
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Travel and serve on various projects | Anywhere in the country | Anywhere in the country |
Living Allowance
AmeriCorps NCCC | AmeriCorps State & National | AmeriCorps VISTA |
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Yes | Yes, depending on program | Yes |
Education Award
AmeriCorps NCCC | AmeriCorps State & National | AmeriCorps VISTA |
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Up to $6,095 | Up to $6,095 | Up to $6,095 (or $1,800 cash stipend) |
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