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Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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Benefits & Resources
Prepare to serve with Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s pre-service checklist
April 13, 2021

Connect with your service year advisor, join virtual engagement sessions, learn more about your new community, and complete your onboarding…

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The Corps
Lessons Learned from two years of Â鶹ÊÓƵ service
March 30, 2021

Amari has learned to lead with empathy throughout his two years of service with Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps. Learn more about…

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The Corps
Seven cities where you can make a difference to students
March 10, 2021

Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.

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The Corps
Celebrating our remarkable AmeriCorps
March 8, 2021

Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.

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The Corps
How to mentor like a pro
February 22, 2021

Learn more about Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.

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The Corps
A year like no other: supporting students during COVID-19
February 9, 2021

While service looks different at each of Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s 29 U.S. sites during COVID-19, connecting with students remains the priority…

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Benefits & Resources
Tips to ace job interviews from AmeriCorps mentors
January 26, 2021

The interview is a space for you to tell your prospective employer more about your background, experiences, and to express…

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Benefits & Resources
Supporting Your Pre-Service Experience
January 6, 2021

Service Year Advisors help prospective and confirmed corps members move from application to registration and are a valuable resource to…

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Education
Vote for Â鶹ÊÓƵ to present at SXSW EDU 2021
November 10, 2020

Help Â鶹ÊÓƵ win a chance to present at SXSW EDU 2021 on the role of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps…

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Our Impact
Bringing civic engagement into a virtual world: Giving Compass
September 30, 2020

As the school year begins in the wake of a pandemic, this story outlines how can we help students and…

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Our Impact
New study highlights benefits of AmeriCorps
September 22, 2020

People who are familiar with national service programs such as AmeriCorps and Senior Corps have always understood the many ways…

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The Corps
Five ways athletes make great Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members
September 16, 2020

Learn more about the Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps experience and how athletes have the skills needed to serve students and communities…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners