Opportunity summary
Term length
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9/10/2024 - 3/22/2025
Application window
4/14/2024 - 8/31/2024
Location
New York, New York
Hourly pay equivalent
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$13.75
Project summary
The Service Corps is a structured, six-month full-time experience. Members serve on average four days a week in the field in service, and one day a week in classroom training. They gain hands-on experience through service as part of a Cohort. Service initiatives respond to needs in public housing communities, cultivating and distributing fresh produce, building sustainable green infrastructure, and reaching residents with programs. Initiatives also include visits and services with partners.
Opportunity description
The Service Corps is a structured, six-month full-time experience. GCF AmeriCorps members serve on average four days a week in the field in service, and one day a week in classroom training. Service initiatives respond to needs in public housing communities, cultivating and distributing fresh produce, building sustainable green infrastructure, and reaching residents with sustainability programs. Initiatives also include visits and service with environmental partner organizations.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Workforce credential or certificate
- Housing
- Healthcare
- Mental and behavioral health benefits
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
Be between the ages of 18-24. Currently live in a New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) development or affordable/low-income housing. Have a GED or High School diploma. Be a U.S. citizen or have legal resident status. You cannot have more than 60 college credits or be enrolled in college full-time.
Preferred qualifications
Interest in sustainability, environmental justice, social justice, clean energy, food security, composting, clean energy, or willingness to explore green sectors.