Apply to Serve with TerraCorps

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

TerraCorps members work to protect and steward land for a broad diversity of community needs across rural, suburban and urban landscapes. As a Member, you will work 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 including:

Learn About Member Roles

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 in 2022/23 Service Year

1200-hour service member positions will receive:

An AmeriCorps living allowance of up to $13,320. That’s $740 (pre-tax) paid bi-weekly over the 8-month term of service
$4,546.50 (pre-tax) Segal Education Award upon successful completion of service term
Health insurance coverage
Partial child care reimbursements
Forbearance of most federally-guaranteed student loans, and payment of interest accrued during service
Qualified eligibility for SNAP benefits in RI and SNAP/HIP benefits in MA
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