Application Process:
Applicants must submit an application to both the AmeriCorps portal and each service site.
1. AmeriCorps Application:
- Go to the AmeriCorps Portal and click on “Search Listings”
- Under program name, enter “Notre Dame” then press “Search”
- Select the city listing where you’d like to apply, and submit your completed AmeriCorps application.
2. Notre Dame – AmeriCorps Application:
- Complete the NDA Online Application
- For answers to frequently asked questions, see our FAQ page.
Requirements:
To become a member you must meet the following conditions:
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- Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
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- Be at least 21 years old
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- Have a high school diploma, GED, or commit to working towards a GED while serving
- Be able to serve full time (1,700 hours) over an eleven month period (40 hours / week)
Make sure you’ve completed all the steps for applying. Carefully review the checklist and make sure you have not forgotten anything.
Application Checklist:
- Complete application through AmeriCorps portal
- Complete application to Service Site Director
- Send list of preferred service placements to Site Director
- Send transcript to Site Director
Next Steps:
After submitting your application, next steps may include:
- A phone or in-person interview with a site director
- An interview with a site supervisor at potential daily service site
- Criminal History Check – instructions provided following interviews
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