NYC Civic Corps
NYC Civic Corps, an AmeriCorps program launched in 2009 by NYC Service, recruits and places AmeriCorps members to serve full-time from November 5, 2021 to July 15, 2022 at select nonprofit organizations. NYC Civic Corps members build, develop, and grow stronger volunteer programs by recruiting, managing, and engaging volunteers to address impact areas that are priorities of New York City such as:
- Disaster Services
- Economic Opportunity
- Education & Youth Development
- Environmental Stewardship
- Public Health
Applications are now open!
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How do NYC Civic Corps Members serve?
NYC Civic Corps members serve full-time serving at a New York City community-based organization (CBO), supporting the organization's volunteerism efforts. Civic Corps members recruit, manage, and engage volunteers to address impact areas that are priorities of New York City and the nation. They also build and improve volunteer databases and systems. Throughout the course of the service term, NYC Civic Corps members will be able to develop professional skills such as project management and various other skills.
Where do NYC Civic Corps Members serve?
NYC Civic Corps members serve within the 5 Boroughs of New York City. Members are placed at a CBO to support volunteer recruitment, training, management, and systems development.
2021-2022 NYC Civic Corps Host Sites:
- American National Red Cross
- Regional Youth Coordinator
- Volunteer Engagement Coordinator
- Big Brothers and Big Sisters NYC
- Community Engagement Coordinator (Bronx/Queens)
- Match Experience Coordinator
- Boys & Girls Club of Harlem NYC
- Volunteer Project Coordinator
- Bronx is Blooming
- Volunteer Outreach/Engagement Coordinator
- Brooklyn Community Services
- Project Coordinator
- Central Family Life Center, Inc
- Community Health Volunteer Coordinator
- Youth Leadership & Engagement Coordinator
- Community Health Action of Staten Island
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Concrete Safaris
- Volunteer Project Coordinator
- Far Rockaway/Averne Nonprofit Coalition, a Project of Fund for the City of NY
- Volunteer FRANC Coordinator
- Food Bank For New York City
- Community Kitchen Volunteer Coordinator
- VITA Volunteer Coordinator
- Fortune Society
- Volunteers Services Coordinator
- Futures and Options
- Alumni Volunteer Coordinator
- International Rescue Committee
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Lighthouse Guild International
- Reading Services Program Assistant
- New York Disaster Interfaith Services
- NYDIS Faith Sector Community Preparedness
- The Boys' Club of New York
- Volunteer Coordinator
- United Activities Unlimited, Inc
- Service Learning & Volunteer Coordinator
- Volunteer & Youth Leadership Coordinator
- Youth Engagement Specialist
- Urban Outreach Center
- Volunteer Engagement Specialist
Benefits
- Living allowance of up to $15,104 (pre-tax) distributed evenly throughout the term
- MetroCard for commuting to and from service
- Eli Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, valued at $4,441.50 upon successful completion
- Nonprofit exposure
- Resume-building professional experience
- Loan Forbearance and interest accrued paid on qualified student loans upon successful completion
- On-site orientation and on-going monthly training provided by NYC Service (valued at $1,250)
- Additional training and professional support at host site
- Childcare assistance, if eligible
- Health Coverage (no premium or monthly enrollment fees – valued at $3,100)
What are the requirements to serve as a NYC Civic Corps Member?
- Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or Lawful Permanent Resident of the United States
- Have successfully obtained a High School diploma or its equivalent prior to the start of the program
- Agree to and pass a criminal background check
- Ability to serve full time for the program term (generally M-F 9 AM - 5 PM)
- A strong motivation for making a positive difference in New York City
- Willingness to learn new skills and improve upon existing ones
- Must complete a total of 1,200 hours.
To find out more information or if you have any questions throughout the application process please reach out to the NYC Service Recruitment Team at servicerecruitment@cityhall.nyc.gov