Applications Extended For AmeriCorps Positions

Jun 09, 2017

SDSU Extension has an extended deadline to apply to serve as an SDSU Extension AmeriCorps VISTA member. These are full-time positions open in Aberdeen, Lemmon, Mitchell, Sioux Falls, Watertown and other South Dakota communities.

"AmeriCorps VISTA service members will work with SDSU Extension staff to increase knowledge of and access to physical and financial health and wellness techniques in effort to bring economically disadvantaged South Dakotans out of poverty," said Aimee House Ladonski, SDSU Extension Volunteer Development Field Specialist.

What do AmeriCorps members do?

AmeriCorps members will have the opportunity to do the following:

Serve your country full-time for 1 year to bring SD citizens out of poverty;
Earn a monthly living stipend;
Receive an education award at end of term of service;
Gain valuable work experience and community connections;
Receive preferential hiring post-service with federal agencies and hundreds of employers of national service across the country

Position Openings

Applicants must be 18 years old or older to apply. Some college is preferred for most position openings.

Applications are due June 20, 2017

A variety of positions are available to meet a diversity of professional interests and skills including:

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