Through this initiative, employers have increased access to a dedicated, highly qualified, and mission-oriented pool of potential employees, and national service alumni have additional opportunities to apply their skills in the workplace.
More than 600 employers are now a part of the Employers of National Service program, which recognizes the valuable skills gained by more 1 million Americans who have participated in AmeriCorps since 1994 and the 230,000 who have participated in the Peace Corps since 1961.
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Why Hire National Service Alumni?
National service develops essential skills that make AmeriCorps and Peace Corps alumni high-quality employees for any organizations or company. National service alumni are strong leaders who are motivated, flexible, innovative, and outcome-oriented. They learn quickly, work well on diverse teams, and know how to mobilize others to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our nation and our world.
Want to learn more about national service alumni?
Check Out the AmeriCorps Alumni Outcomes Survey
Testimonials
"The City of Phoenix is proud to be one of the first cities in the nation to pledge to be an Employer of National Service, and we continue to strengthen our commitment. This year, four of our AmeriCorps VISTA members transitioned to a variety of roles at the City, including police forensics, transit, communications and City Council aide. National Service alumni know how to roll up their sleeves and share their passion for service to address some of our community’s most pressing needs. Their commitment to making a difference makes them perfect fits in the City of Phoenix.”
- Greg Stanton, Phoenix Mayor (2012-2018)
Timberland - Jim Pisani, Global Brand President
“Here at Timberland, we’ve had a dedicated employee volunteer program for more than 25 years, and we’ve seen first-hand the benefits it yields to the community as well as our employees.
Service not only strengthens our country, but it also develops tomorrow’s leaders. It provides a pipeline to businesses of well-trained and experienced employees who have the passion and skills to solve problems creatively and inspire others to make positive change.
Any verified alumni of national service programs are guaranteed consideration for corporate job opportunities at Timberland, and we will actively recruit national service program alumni for open positions. It is a small step, but we welcome the opportunity to bring these leaders of tomorrow, who share our work ethic and values, into our midst.”
- Jim Pisani, Global Brand President
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are the Benefits of Being an Employer of National Service?
Employers of National Service will have a competitive edge in reaching a large and diverse pool of talented individuals. Participating employers will have their job opportunities highlighted via promotional channels that reach a vast network of talented job seekers. Every employer from the nonprofit, government, and corporate sectors will benefit from the value that national service alumni add to their organization.
Read our Employer FAQ for more information or email employers@cns.gov.
How Does an Organization Become an Employer of National Service?
To become an Employer of National Service, organizations will adopt policies and practices that allow applicants to highlight skills gained through national service. Organizations will identify themselves as an Employer of National Service on their website, in job applications, or in another approved manner that demonstrates to alumni that your organization understands and actively recruits those who have completed a national service program.
To sign up, employers complete a brief webform selecting their preferred method of commitment.
Read our Employer FAQ for more information or email employers@cns.gov.
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Partnering Organizations
Employers of National Service is an initiative co-sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service, Peace Corps, the National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance. Identification as an Employer of National Service does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the co-sponsors for the activities of the participating employers.
