Paid Vista Positions for New Graduates

grad capARE YOU GRADUATING??? Vista job positions are a great way to get a year of experience under your belt before starting graduate school–and they offer graduate school scholarship money once you finish your year long commitment! They are offered at different times of the year, depending on when organizations/agencies apply for them. If you are graduating in April, you should start looking for Vista opportunities in February and March. There are several Vista positions available right now, so read the descriptions below and come in to 945 SWKT to ask any questions.

Benefits

  • Invaluable experience from a nationally and internationally-respected organization for school, a future job, or new career
  • Extensive training
  • $5,550 AmeriCorps Education Award (upon successful completion of service term commitment and 1700 hours of service)
  • Living stipend (before taxes) distributed evenly every two weeks
  • Basic Health Insurance (covers member only and only if no other health insurance)
  • Subsidized childcare (if qualified)

Requirements

  • Commit to serve full-time for 1 year (October 1, 2013 – September 30, 2014)
  • Meet the 1700 minimum hours requirement (approx. 35-40 hours per week)
  • Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
  • Must be at least 17 years of age at the start of service
  • Have a valid Driver’s License & clean driving record
  • Pass required criminal background checks

Vista job positions available now!
Red Cross Vista positions in Utah:Vista – Red Cross Americorps Positions Application Links
Red Cross Vista Description: Vista-Preparedness Job Description
Community Action Services Vista Position: Vista – CAS Community Change VISTA I
Community Action Services 2nd Vista Position: Vista – CAS Community Change VISTA II

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