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mikadams t1_j46zks8 wrote

Hi Michael!

Thanks for being here! I’m a mid-career journalist/podcaster and want to get into public service after years of “unbiased” or passive community work.

How does someone like me work with AmeriCorps to find a new career path? Or even us the skills I have in a new way?

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AmeriCorpsCEO OP t1_j475kef wrote

Great question! Whether you are age18 or 80, we have opportunities for you no matter what your interest is and no matter where you live. If you are looking to make a career change you can think about our many options including mentoring students, being the first to respond when disaster strikes, helping families facing hunger, restoring public lands, or even rehabilitating affordable housing. More than 80% of members that complete service say that it was a defining professional experience. And a GREAT way to grow your network. There are over 600 Employers of National Service (that provide recruitment and retention benefits to AmeriCorps alums. Check out our Fit Finder to see what’s right for you! AmeriCorps.gov/FitFinder

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