2012–2013

New! Now accepting member applications

Minnesota GreenCorps is now accepting applications from individuals interested in serving as a Minnesota GreenCorps AmeriCorps member. Minnesota GreenCorps members gain valuable skills and job experience in the environmental field while giving back to the communities in which they serve.

What will I do?

The MPCA may place up to 28 full time members with various host sites for the 2012-2013 year, including one member at the University of Minnesota – Morris. Members serve in one of the four following project areas:

• Energy Conservation
• Waste Prevention and Recycling
• Living Green (includes local foods and complete streets)
• Green Infrastructure (includes forestry and stormwater)

Member activities include but are not limited to: education and outreach to people of all ages on environmental topics, mobilizing volunteers, implementing sustainability-related projects, collecting, benchmarking and analyzing data, measuring environmental results, field work, working with local officials and community members, and much more. Each position varies, so please see the Member Application Guide for more detailed position descriptions:

When and where will I serve?

Minnesota GreenCorps members serve with organizations across the state. Sites may include cities, counties, park districts, school districts, universities, and non-profit organizations. In the application, you can select areas of the state you are willing to accept a service assignment. The host site selection process will be completed this spring, and sites will be discussed during the member interview process. View the project summaries webpage for more information on the host sites and member projects for current and past program years.

All service positions are for 11 months beginning in mid to late September 2012 through August 2013. Members must complete 1,700 hours, which equates to around 40 hours per week.

Benefits of being a member

• Gaining valuable skills and experience in the environmental field
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Giving back to your community and helping to improve the environment
• Living allowance of approximately $12,100 paid out in bi-weekly increments through the end of service
• Offer of health insurance
• Offer of child care assistance
• Loan forbearance
• Upon completion, education award of $5,550 to be used toward loans or tuition

Minimum qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years or older.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or a lawful permanent resident alien of the U.S.
• Must not have a criminal history that precludes the applicant’s ability to work with vulnerable populations, such as the youth and elderly.
• Must be able to make a commitment to complete 11 months of service.
• Education: A two-year Associate of Arts degree or completion of sophomore year in a four-year college program is required. A four-year college degree with a major or significant course work related to environmental protection or other relevant aspect of the Minnesota GreenCorps program is preferred.

How do I apply?

To apply, submit a completed application (found below) and a copy of your resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by May 30, 2012. Please submit the application in MS word format. Please thoroughly review the member application guide for more detailed information on the 2012-2013 program year, including program information, position descriptions and member benefits.

Please direct questions to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . 

• Minnesota GreenCorps Member Application — Program Year 2012-2013 (p-mgc2-04)
• Minnesota GreenCorps Member Application Frequently Asked Questions — Program Year 2012-2013 (p-mgc2-24)
• Minnesota GreenCorps Member Application Guide (p-mgc2-05)

Minnesota GreenCorps does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Reasonable accommodation requests are available for interviews and service placements.

Host site applications

The application period for host sites for the 2012-2013 program year is now closed. If you would like to be notified about future opportunities, sign up for e-mail notifications.

Operation of the Minnesota GreenCorps program is dependent on funding.

Minnesota GreenCorps Video