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Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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Benefits & Resources
Tips to ace job interviews from AmeriCorps mentors
February 25, 2025

The interview is a space for you to tell your prospective employer more about your background, experiences, and to express…

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City Year literacy
Education
Become a stronger literacy coach
February 18, 2025

Help students recovering from pandemic-related disruptions gain confidence in their reading and writing skills.

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The Corps
City Year work to close digital divide with The Achievery, created by AT&T
February 13, 2025

We know that today, not all students have access to a plethora of online resources that help to enhance their…

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An AmeriCorps member looks ahead at the city skyline.
Benefits & Resources
Relocating to serve in schools isn’t easy; we want to help
February 6, 2025

Moving is something that’s not only logistically challenging but can also be a strain financially, particularly when you’re learning to…

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City Year AmeriCorps member teacher pathways opportunities
Benefits & Resources
City Year teacher pathways foster joy and belonging
January 21, 2025

City Year’s Teacher Pathways program is training the next generation of opportunity-focused educators. Learn more about this unique experience!

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City Year member and student at school
Benefits & Resources
Four ways to ace your City Year application
January 6, 2025

Before you begin your City Year application, check out these tips to help you ace your short answer questions!

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Benefits & Resources
5 things you should know before applying
December 19, 2024

Thinking about applying to serve with City Year AmeriCorps? Here are five key things you should consider first!

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Benefits & Resources
Four tips to help your mid-year move
December 10, 2024

Congratulations on starting your City Year journey! As a mid-year AmeriCorps member who begins service in the middle of the…

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Benefits & Resources
Furnishing your apartment on a budget: Tips for AmeriCorps members
July 22, 2024

Because you’ll be living on a stipend, it might be a good idea to hold off on that ottoman from…

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City Year AmeriCorps member service volunteer teaching
Benefits & Resources
How to use your Segal Education Award
April 29, 2024

Did you know that one of the key benefits AmeriCorps members receive is access to the Segal Education Award to…

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Our Impact
Top 5 Reasons to Join City Year New Hampshire
January 4, 2024

A year of service with City Year is impactful for communities and transformative for the young people who serve. As…

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The Corps
Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship: Tips and Tricks
December 21, 2023

Taco Bell’s Live Más Scholarship application is now open until Jan. 3, 2023, and young adults ages 16-24—including City Year…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners