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The Civic and Community Engagement Office will host an AmeriCorps VISTA opportunity beginning Monday, July 18, for a one-year term. AmeriCorps VISTA opportunities are a great fit for recent college graduates or graduate students, but anyone is welcome to apply.

Being an AmeriCorps VISTA provides students with significant professional development opportunities. AmeriCorps VISTA members gain career experience while they work on important community engagement projects. In addition to a living stipend, VISTAs are eligible for a $6,000 education award that can be used to pay tuition or student loans. The full benefits of serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA are listed on the AmeriCorps website. 

A full position description and application instructions can be found on the Civic and Community Engagement website for the following role: 

• Campus Compact AmeriCorps VISTA (July 18, 2022–July 17, 2023)
  Application deadline: Wednesday, June 1, 2022
  • Coordinate programs to increase financial literacy and food security for community members
  • Facilitate data collection activities
  • Support summer lunch and food pantry activities
  • Coordinate volunteer activities for college students and community members
  • Develop communication materials

Please email the Civic and Community Engagement Office or call (716) 878-3919 with questions.