UOG Americorp Member
UPDATE: The application window has been extended to December 30th, 2023
Want to make a difference in your local, island community?
- Are you a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States?
- Are you at least 17 years of age?
- Want to earn a $3,172.50 to repay qualified student loans or pay educational expenses?
- Want to grow in professional experience while receiving a monthly $528.00 monthly stipend for 12 months?
AmeriCorps UOG Volunteer Center might be the place for you!
The AmeriCorps UOG Volunteer Center Program’s mission is to provide areas of impact in:
EDUCATION – High school students will be provided homework assistance and mentoring as needed for the duration of one semester (2 quarters). For post-secondary students, AC UOG members will provide note taking and transcription in their courses for every class for the entire semester that the service is requested for.
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP – Members will create a Green campaign that teaches the community about eco-friendly practices and the importance of recycling and upcycling, engage in monthly service projects that include removal of invasive plant species, reforestation of native plant species, and reintroduce native trees back to public parks and lands, especially those that have been ravaged by wildfires, through outreach, presentations and social media that will enhance community effort.
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY – Members will conduct financial literacy workshops to students and members of the community. When necessary, members will have one to one financial literacy coaching sessions with students and track their progress towards financial literacy as part of their preparations to get into college.
DISASTER SERVICES – Members will provide education, training and workshops in disaster preparedness within the community in partnership with Guam Homeland Security and the 19 village mayors to become more aware of the fundamentals of being ready in the event of any natural disasters.
CAPACITY BUILDING & Leverage – Members will facilitate website development and updates as well as social media material that highlight National Service and volunteer efforts within the community. They will also work with program staff and other agencies to create a volunteer database and recruit 1,728 community volunteers.
AmeriCorps Members can work in various locations such as:
- Guam Waterworks Authority
- Guahan Sustainable Center
- UOG Volunteer Center
- Ayuda Para I Komunidat
- and more!
Want to learn more? Check out this flyer.
How to Apply:
Click on Apply to be redirected to UOG's AmeriCorps application page.
If you would like to connect with a career advising specialist for quick resources or review on your resume before applying, please fill out our inquiry form. If you would like more in-depth services such as career counseling, mock interviews, or post-college job transitioning, please consider contacting the Career Development Office at salliemcd@triton.uog.edu.