Join the Corps

“While it is true that this type of service work is often difficult, frustrating and downright exhausting, it is an experience that many people never have the opportunity to engage in.  Unfortunately, not everyone takes a chance on children such as the ones that I work with on a daily basis, but I am proud to say that I have the privilege of working with them and learning just as much from them as I hope that they will learn from me. Any progress made with these students is progress that should and will be celebrated.”

- April Lingle, 2006 - 2007 Corps Member

If you are interested in joining our team:

• Visit our national admissions website for answers to some of your questions and more details about how to apply.

• Attend an event so you can interact with current corps members and learn more about our program.

• Contact us! We would be happy to give you more information about joining, the application process and upcoming events. Call the Recruitment Department at 313-874-6859 or 313-874-4274 or email us at detroitrecruitment@cityyear.org.
  

The Application Process

• Complete the online application. If you cannot apply online, you can either download a paper application or contact us to request a hard copy application.

• Letters of Recommendation. Request two letters of recommendation, using the forms provided in the application, from people who know you on a professional or academic basis.

• Mail the completed references to the City Year Detroit office.   If you completed a hard copy application also mail us your application form and essays.

• Interview. City Year is a competitive program and we conduct interviews with all of our candidates. If you are unable to interview locally, City Year will conduct a phone interview with you.

To learn more about our application deadlines, click here.