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Becoming an AmeriCorps Member

C.O.R.E. Susquehanna AmeriCorps is always looking for new members and site sponsors to help 'Get Things Done' in Central Pennsylvania. Listed below is some basic information about what it takes to become a part of the team and how participants are rewarded for their service.

We're always searching for highly motivated people to become part of the C.O.R.E Susquehanna team. Opportunities exist to serve in schools, social service agencies, community centers, parks, and more.

What You Give

  • 1,700 (full time), 900 (part time), or 450 (reduced part time) hours of service at the member site and in the community during the program year (typically Mid-August through the next Mid-August).
  • Your energy, dedication, creativity, commitment, and time.

What You Receive

  • A living stipend of $11,400 (full time), $6,039 (part time),Ê $3,019 (summer).
  • An education award of $4,725 (full time), $2,362 (part time), or $1,250 (reduced part time). After successfully completing the term of service, education awards may be used for paying student loans or tuition.
  • Invaluable, hand-on experience.
  • Personal and professional training.
  • The satisfaction of knowing that you've given of yourself to improve your community.






Click here to fill out an application!





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