Apply to Serve with TerraCorps

The TerraCorps program is less than a year, but lasts a lifetime.

TerraCorps members help protect and steward land for a broad diversity of community needs across rural, suburban and urban landscapes. As a member, you will serve directly with a community-based organization to support the healthy growth of their communities and environments while building your own professional network and skillset.

How Do TerraCorps Members Serve?

TerraCorps members serve in a range of Coordinator positions within our Service Site partner organizations. These roles are focused on a range of activities:

Our AmeriCorps Program

The Member Application Process

Learn About TerraCorps

Apply to Serve

Interview with Service Sites

Complete AmeriCorps Onboarding

Attend TerraCorps Orientation & Training

Serve With Your Host Organization

Benefits of Service for the 2024/25 Service Year

Our service member positions run annually from August through July. Service members in 2024/25 will receive:

A biweekly living allowance, before taxes, that amounts to $27,000 for the full service term.
A $7,395.00 AmeriCorps Segal Education Award upon satisfactory completion of the service term.
Health insurance coverage (if eligible).
Childcare benefits (if eligible).
Forbearance of most federally guaranteed student loans, and payment of interest accrued during service.
Qualified eligibility for SNAP benefits in Rhode Island and SNAP/HIP benefits in Massachusetts.
Mentorship, training, and career development opportunities while serving directly with community-based nonprofits.
The personal rewards of national service and community engagement.
Lifelong access to a diverse and growing community after service.

Available Member Positions