First 5 Riverside's AmeriCorps program is a government funded community service program designed to help communities meet the specific needs in their area by recruiting and training individuals who are willing to devote one to two years serving in selected community projects. Service programs strengthen communities, encourage responsibility, expand opportunities for education, provide job experience and increase life skills.

First 5 Riverside's AmeriCorps program begins every October.

AmeriCorps members serve 1,700 hours (10-12 months) and receive a biweekly living allowance, health insurance, childcare assistance (if income eligible), student loan deferment and, upon completion of their service, a $4,725 education award. Applicants must be 18 years or older to apply. Reliable transportation, high school diploma or GED required; bilingual skills desired.

To apply online:
Go to AmeriCorps Quick Search to Find A Program:

1. Under Service Area select Children and Youth
   
2. Under state select California
   
3. Under Work Schedule select Full-Time
   
4. Under Program Type select No Preference
   
5. Click Keyword Search and enter First 5
   
6. Select the SEARCH button
   
7. Check the box for First 5 Service Corps Riverside
   
8. Click Show Details
9. Check the box for Yes! I would like to apply for this program
   

For more information contact Michelle Burroughs at (951) 248-0014