NC Campus Compact is now accepting applications from candidates for 2013-2014 AmeriCorps VISTA positions. Our next VISTA cohort will begin in August 2013 and serve for one full year.
NC Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA members work with a community agency and a campus to develop a partnership that fights local poverty. Projects address community needs in one of three areas: education (especially K-12 success or access to post-secondary education), economic opportunity (especially housing or financial literacy), or healthy futures (especially food security). Most VISTA members share work time between campus and community partner offices, and thereby gain experience in both non-profit and higher education settings.
Our VISTAs take on a variety of activities, including: recruiting volunteers, creating volunteer training materials, coordinating service events, developing pilot programs, creating publicity materials, designing internship positions, or supporting leadership teams. If you are interested in making a difference, consider VISTA!
Selection is competitive and runs through June 1, but applications are reviewed and candidates selected on a rolling basis. Submit your application early. Accepted candidates receive training, a modest living stipend, health benefits, and a $5500 education award upon completion of a full year of service.
To learn more about our program and the application process, visit our FAQ page for Prospective VISTAs.
Please visit our position listing on AmeriCorps.gov when you are ready to create your AmeriCorps application and begin our application process.
Applicants must be:
- U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident
- College graduate (or Bachelors degree expected by May 2013)
Strong candidates will have:
- passion for the VISTA mission of fighting poverty and strengthening communities
- strong interest and experience in community service
- experience working with volunteers, especially college students
- proven leadership and project management skills
- >proven networking, communication, and organization skills
- ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- ability to engage others