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AmeriCorps
Contact: Tess Belcher
152 S. State St., Dover, DE 19901
Phone: (302) 739-9193
Fax: (302) 739-6967
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
The Delaware State Parks AmeriCorps Program has completed its staffing requirements for Summer 2010 and is no longer accepting applications. Please check back in January to apply for our Summer 2011 program.
Service Commitment
Flexible Start and End Dates
- Quarter-Time:
- June - August
- 13 weeks
- 450 hours
- Approximately 35 hours per week
Who is Eligible for Summer Service:
- High school diploma or equivalent, or pursuit of high school diploma
- Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the United States
- Ability to work weekends and some evenings. Mostly day participation.
Benefits
Locations
Positions are available throughout the state.
Living Allowance
Summer Members receive a living allowance of $462.50 paid every 2 weeks of their service.
Flexibility
Service beginning and ending dates are flexible. We at the Delaware State Parks AmeriCorps Program (DSPAP) understand members' need for time during the summer, to work another job, for vacation, or for other activities. Our focus is on helping you complete your hours of service.
Educational Scholarship
Upon successful completion of their service, members receive an educational award of $1,250.00 which can be used for future educational expenses or for current student loans up to seven (7) years after their completion of service.
Uniforms
All DSPAP members are provided with service uniforms. Historical interpreters are provided with period reproduction costumes for their service period.
Training
All DSPAP members receive on-going training and real opportunities for self-development.
Support of Staff and Volunteers
DSPAP members are not alone! Members work as part of the park team, alongside park professionals, volunteers and other DSPAP members.
Make a Lasting Difference
DSPAP members promote, protect and conserve Delaware's natural wonders. They help create meaningful opportunities for others to serve as volunteers and their efforts will directly impact millions of visitors to Delaware State Parks.