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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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Everything you need to know about returning for another year as a City Year AmeriCorps member
November 11, 2025

Every year, thousands of young people decide to join AmeriCorps programs for a year (or more!) of service, helping to…

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Benefits & Resources
Every student needs a coach in their corner
October 29, 2025

No one questions why student athletes need coaching to succeed on the field or court. It’s understood that a good…

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Benefits & Resources
Benefits you’ll receive as a City Year AmeriCorps member
October 6, 2025

Here’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their City Year journey and beyond.

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The Corps
Want increased student attendance? Focus on relationships, joy and belonging.
September 22, 2025

September is Attendance Awareness Month, and our partner Attendance Works is providing several new resources for families and educators aimed…

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Benefits & Resources
City Year offers a fantastic gap year experience
September 15, 2025

If you are a recent high school graduate or a current college student unsure what to do this fall, City…

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Benefits & Resources
Top “durable” skills employers want you to have today
August 18, 2025

Read more and check the City Year blog to learn the soft skills our corps members gain through a year…

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City Year classroom in school service
Benefits & Resources
Top five questions you have about City Year service, answered
August 1, 2025

Have some burning questions before applying to serve with City Year? Find those answers here!

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Our Impact
Curious about City Year? Five helpful facts about serving as an AmeriCorps member
July 29, 2025

Five helpful facts about serving as a City Year AmeriCorps member One of the most frequent questions that City Year…

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The Corps
Five things I wish I knew as an incoming City Year AmeriCorps member
July 25, 2025

Before the start of a new school year, City Year’s 29 U.S. sites welcome a new group of talented and…

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Benefits & Resources
Welcome to City Year’s Basic Training Academy: Your First Step Toward Impact
June 24, 2025

As a new City Year AmeriCorps member, you’re about to embark on a transformative journey—and it all begins with Basic…

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Benefits & Resources
Tips and tricks for a great application
June 16, 2025

How do you make your application stand out? Check out these tips from our recruitment staff

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Benefits & Resources
Four tips for making the best first impression through your job application
May 27, 2025

Here are a few tips from the members of City Year’s Talent Acquisition team that will help you confidently craft…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners