A Healthy Future
Public Health AmeriCorps
Public Health AmeriCorps is addressing the public health needs of local communities by providing support in state and local public health settings, advancing more equitable health outcomes for underserved communities, and creating pathways to quality public health careers through experience and training, with a focus on recruiting AmeriCorps members who reflect the communities in which they serve.
AmeriCorps New York
Public Health AmeriCorps Programs
The Commission currently administers seven Public Health AmeriCorps programs which began operating in the fall of 2022.
Become a member
Serve with Public Health AmeriCorps in New York
Potential member benefits include a living allowance, health care and child care coverage, access to Cornell University's Public Health Essentials training course, invitation to Commission-sponsored trainings and events, and a Segal Education Award.
To apply for a Public Health AmeriCorps position, eligible individuals can submit an application using My.AmeriCorps.gov or contact a current program directly.
Member Eligibility Requirements
To become an AmeriCorps member, an individual must:
1. Be at least 17 years of age.*
2. Have a high school diploma or equivalent.*
3. Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.
*Some exceptions apply. See ยง 2522.200 for more details.
More Opportunities In New York
New York State Public Health Corps
The New York State Department of Health is also working with community partners to recruit and deploy fellows to participate in the New York State Public Health Corps Fellowship Program, which aims to build public health capacity and increase preparedness for future public health emergencies.
Individuals with training in public health, medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacology/pharmacy, allied health, social services, communications and information technology, logistics planning, education, and emergency health programs are encouraged to apply.
More Opportunities Nationally
Public Health AmeriCorps in Other States and Territories
To find opportuntities to serve in the Public Health AmeriCorps outside of New York State, click on the link below.