Public Allies Arizona is a 10-month, paid AmeriCorps program designed to develop the next generation of civic leaders. We seek dedicated, service-minded people to become Public Allies with nonprofit organizations in the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas.
Our Allies come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences—no ASU affiliation required. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.
What is Public Allies?
We value lived experience. Allies that are from the communities in which they serve are uniquely positioned to find solutions because of their deep understanding of the community’s assets and needs.
We believe knowledge is power. Allies transform their leadership and professional skills through a powerful curriculum and inspiring retreats led by community leaders, nonprofit professionals and peers.
We go where the need is greatest. With a range of service initiatives, Allies work alongside community members to create innovative responses and sustainable solutions to real local needs.
We look inward to advocate for outward change. Allies receive professional and peer-to-peer coaching to enhance personal development and convert feedback into action.
Any U.S. citizen or permanent resident at least 17 years of age with a high school diploma or GED. Our AmeriCorps Ally program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, criminal record, political affiliation, marital or parental status, military service, community, or social affiliations.
Exposure to local issues and the nonprofit sector
10-month, full-time or part-time apprenticeship to gain real work experience at a reputable community organization
$23,000 (gross) stipend for full-time Allies and $9,133 for part-time
Healthcare benefits, childcare stipend (if eligible), and student loan deferment for qualified federal student loans while in the program
Individual mentoring and peer-to-peer coaching to enhance your personal and professional capacity to do community change work
$7,395 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award for college, vocational training, professional development or eligible student loans
Lifelong connections with their Ally cohort
Access to the Arizona and National Public Allies Alumni Network for support and networking opportunities
Participate in Team Service Projects
Serve a minimum of 1,700 hours (full-time placement) or 675 hours (part-time)
Serve as an AmeriCorps member
Attend bi-weekly professional development and leadership trainings
Attend professional conferences and events related to the service movement and volunteerism
Participate in 360° Leadership Development Feedback
How to apply
You will fill out the application on the Public Allies national website. Carefully review and complete the application, making sure to select Arizona as your Primary Site.
Be sure to include all of the required documents:
Essay or video response: "What drives you?"
LinkedIn profile, resume, or a description of your experiences
Demographics
No references are required.
Contact our office at (602) 496-0500 or via email at [email protected] if you have any questions. Only complete applications will be considered. Applications will be given priority in the order they are received.
