Mursal Posted September 13, 2005 Please share.. Twin Cities nomads, please share or let me know if you know anyone who’s interested in becoming an AmeriCorps member. I would encourage those of you who are college students. Hours are flexible and can be worked around with your class schedule. Below are the benefits of being a member. For this particular position: You’ll be working in Mpls/St.paul area non-profit organization and help/train clients with computer classes. Ideal candidate would be someone with computer background. * A living allowance of $10,197/year paid out over 24 equal pay periods in exchange for 1,700 hours of service – an average of 35 hours each week. * A $4,725 education award upon the completion of 1,700 hours of service. * Health Insurance for the member at no cost. * Student loans are placed in forbearance for the duration of member's service and the government pays the interest. * Childcare assistance if eligible. * Training in communication, citizenship, ethics, life skills, disaster response and preparedness, community resources and benefits counseling. * A member may serve for two years. If interested please send PM or email @ mursal@gmail.com AmeriCorps site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kashafa Posted September 13, 2005 Thanks Mursal, The benfits are pretty good for students and service in AmeriCorps would make any postgrad application/resume shine. Good lookin out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
