AgCorps is a state AmeriCorps program administered by the Montana Department of Agriculture. AgCorps aims to improve the capacity of partner organizations to meet their mission, grow collaborations, provide effective programming, and create resilient, healthy, safe, and engaged communities in Montana. 

AgCorps members with a focus on Ag stewardship will have a range of potential duties and responsibilities depending on the specific position. Many Ag Steward positions focus on capacity building, outreach material creation, and assistance at events. Focus areas include assistance for the department’s apiary program, mapping and monitoring of noxious weeds, leading citizen botanists, connecting farmers to resources, outreach at events, and volunteer coordination. Specific positions under Ag Steward can be found at: https://agr.mt.gov/Topics/A-D/AgCorps-pages/Current-Positions

AgCorps members with a focus on education are generally serving in k-12 schools or non-profits with a strong emphasis on agricultural education. There is also the possibility of assisting with Ag-focused summer camps and events. Most members are utilizing a Farm to School, Ag in the Classroom, or Harvest of the Month curriculum. Specific position duties vary depending on host site location. Specific positions under Ag Education can be found at: https://agr.mt.gov/Topics/A-D/AgCorps-pages/Current-Positions

AmeriCorps Program Benefits:

• Members receive a living allowance to cover basic expenses while serving
• Upon successful completion of service, members receive an education award based on position length
• While serving, members may qualify for student loan forbearance
• Healthcare/ childcare services are available while serving
• A monthly housing allowance if eligible (must be baying rent or a mortgage)
• Other benefits include being part of an incredible community, being surrounded by professionals in multiple fields, and job shadowing opportunities
• AmeriCorps alumni benefits include access to nationwide alumni network, many career resources, access to AmeriCorps alumni emails and updates

AmeriCorps Service minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18+ at the beginning of service (17+ requires parental consent)
• High school graduate, GED recipient, working towards obtaining a high school diploma/ GED
• Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States
• Satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria