We're currently accepting applications for positions beginning in December, 2024 or January, 2025 serving for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year. You can now also apply to serve a full term with City Year for positions starting in July or August of 2025.
Apply using City Year’s
application
Beginning in mid-September City Year will accept applications from the Common App for positions beginning Summer 2025.
If you are already using Common App to apply for colleges, you can save time by applying to City Year via Common App. If you do not have a Common App account, apply using City Year’s application.
Eligibility
- 2024-2025 School Year: Must be between 18 and 25 years old as of July 1, 2024.
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Must be a US citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
- Unfortunately, individuals who have received Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) through the US Department of Homeland Security are not eligible to serve as an AmeriCorps Member at this time
- Have served no more than 3 terms as an active AmeriCorps member
We are now accepting applications for positions beginning in December, 2024, January 2025 or for next school year beginning in July or August 2025. The next deadline is Friday, November 1st. Applications are processed on a rolling basis. Apply today!
Student Success Coach
40-50 hours/week
- Supports student learning and development before, during and after school
- Works full-time schedule each week
- Serves 1,700 hours throughout the school year
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Mid-Year Student Success Coach
40-50 hours/week
- Supports student learning and development before, during and after school
- Positions start in October, December, or January and serve until late May/early June
- Serves 900 or 1200 hours throughout the school year: service terms vary by location
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Alternative service opportunities
School day learning coach
25 or 35-40 hours/week
- Supports student learning and development during the school day only
- Works a fixed schedule approximately 35-40 hours per week, in most locations*
- Serves 1,200 hours throughout the school year*
*hours vary for opportunities in some locations, where candidates would serve 900 hour terms (approximately 25 hours per week) Learn more
Afterschool enrichment coach
25 hours/week
- Supports student learning and enrichment outside of school time
- Works a fixed schedule of approximately 25 hours per week
- Serves 900 hours throughout the school year
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Decide on a location
Apply directly to one of our sites.You’ll be able to list your secondary locations as well. You can also apply “wherever I’m most needed,” meaning that you are willing to relocate and serve at any of City Year’s locations nationwide.
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Complete the application process
The application takes approximately 20 minutes to complete.
Next Deadline: November 1st
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If you're interested in serving as a Mid-Year AmeriCorps Member beginning service in December, 2024 or January, 2025, apply today and by no later than Friday, November 1st.
Three short answer questions
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You’ll be asked to answer three short answer questions about why you’re interested in serving with City Year, what experience you have working with someone who has a different identity from your own and how you have worked on a team to accomplish a shared goal.
One professional reference
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We recommend using a former or current manager, teacher/professor, coach or mentor. References cannot be friends or family members. You’ll need their contact info; we'll email them directly, and they’ll be asked to fill out a short reference form.
Meet with your recruiter
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When you start an application, one of our recruiters will reach out to you. We recommend you schedule a 1:1 with your recruiter. They can help you decide on a location that’s right for you, support you with filling out the application and talk to you about your goals.
Schedule your interview
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Qualified candidates will be invited to schedule an interview with a City Year staff member. We use Calendly for scheduling, which allows you to pick a time that works best with your schedule. Interviews are done via phone or Teams and last approximately 35 minutes.
Accept your offer
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Log into your application portal to accept your offer. Our team will connect you with other confirmed AmeriCorps members at your site and provide you with resources to make your transition into City Year as smooth as possible.
Application resources
City Year application tips
Submitting an application can be a stressful process. We want to make our application process as simple as possible.
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Understand the role
Our AmeriCorps members are student success coaches. Learn more about their role supporting students.
What is a student success coach?
Mentors needed
City Year AmeriCorps members play a critical role in helping students connect with their school community and engage in their learning. Apply today for positions beginning in December, 2024, January 2025 or next school year, July/August 2025.
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