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

Rebecca Charles served as an AmeriCorps member at City Year Philadelphia during the 2018-2019 school year. After her year of…
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Learn more about the benefits of service with City Year AmeriCorps, including preparation for a career, exclusive scholarships, the Segal…
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City Year can support AmeriCorps members develop skills they need to help prepare them for a career.
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Prepare for the first day of school with these five tips that City Year AmeriCorps members use to start the…
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Our corps members can find opportunities to gain professional skills in marketing & communications during their time at City Year….
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Wondering how City Year can help prepare you for medical school? Check out this advice from a City Year alum…
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For City Year AmeriCorps members to serve as student success coaches, it’s important for them to establish strong working relationships…
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Creating support systems for students is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Learn how City Year service can propel you towards a…
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Learn what it’s like to serve at City Year and what to expect at the start of service. City Year…
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Check out these helpful tips to end your service term with City Year in a meaningful way for yourself and…
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Looking for a way to maximize your Segal Education Award? You should think about serving with us in Los Angeles…
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Support students and AmeriCorps members by putting your noses on and supporting the Red Nose Day campaign!
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