City Year website

City year is a service program that places members primarily in educational and youth programs in cities across the US for one year. The program places a large emphasis on working with youth in at-risk communities. Besides primarily working with youth, members also might participate in community service projects (such as rebuild) within the areas they are serving.

    Application Requirements: 
    • Be between the ages of 17 and 24
    • Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
    • Be ready to dedicate 10 months to full-time service
    • Be a high school graduate or GED recipient or agree to work toward high school equivalency while serving at City Year
    • Have served no more than 2 terms in another AmeriCorps, NCCC, or VISTA program
    • Agree to a background or security check
    Benefits: 
    • Weekly Stipend
    • Educational Stipend ($4,725)
    • Federal Student Loan Deferment
    • Health Insurance