Green City Force’s AmeriCorps program prepares young adults aged 18-24 who reside in New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and have a high school diploma or equivalency for careers through green service. Members gain hands-on experience through service under the supervision of Green City Force staff. Service includes responding to needs in public housing communities, cultivating and distributing fresh produce, building sustainable green infrastructure and reaching residents with sustainability programs. Classroom training includes eco-literacy and applied environmental education. Corps Members train for and take the GPro (Green Building Professional) certification administered by the U.S. Green Building Council. Members receive additional training in agriculture, culinary skills and nutrition, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, pest management, recycling, compost processing and hydroponics while attending professional development workshops on job interviewing, networking and resume writing. They also receive a stipend, Metrocard and education benefits.
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age18 – 24
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Eligibility descriptionNew York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) residents.
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Service Corps - Green City Force
630 Flushing Ave.
8th Floor
Brooklyn, New York 11206
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2,571.7 miles away
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