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What are the Benefits?
AmeriCorps Participants Receive Many Benefits!
*Benefits vary by position or individual eligibility. Contact us if you have questions.
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Education Award Use for student loans, certifications, work trade programs, education expenses, and more
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Forbearance for certain student loans while serving with AmeriCorps.
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FREE Health Insurance* (members serving over 4 months)
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Member Assistance Program (MAP) FREE access to 24/7 behavioral health resources. Also includes financial planning, legal assistance, life coaching, and more!
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Living Allowance
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AmeriCorps Child Care Benefits
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Meals provided while on projects
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Access to Pro Deals
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We provide uniform work shirts and transportation to work sites.
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Tools and safety gear are covered. Things like hard hat, work gloves, ear protection, safety glasses and group camping gear. We have some items to loan if needed
Certifications*
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Basic First Aid & CPR
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Wilderness Advanced First Aid
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Chainsaw Certification
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Crosscut Certification
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Applicators License
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Defensive Driving
Training and Opportunities*
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Training on Resume Building, Interviewing, and Federal Hiring
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Hand & Power Tool Use (including chainsaw and crosscut saw)
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Backcountry Travel & Navigation
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Trail Maintenance & Construction
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Leave No Trace
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Habitat Management & Improvement
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Leadership development program. This program will enhance, communication, team building, and stewardship.
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Learn about natural resource management
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Develop life skills, work skills, and a strong service ethic
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Connect with project partners: federal, state, and non-profits for career opportunities
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Join our network of alumni in natural resource careers all over the country
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Work in beautiful, wild, and protected places.
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Work in National Forests, wilderness areas, and National Parks.
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Make lasting changes to the environment, climate, and our communities.
*Benefits vary by position or individual eligibility. Contact us if you have questions.
