FEMA Corps & NCCC
AGES 17-24Gain Federal Experience while exploring career optionsGain a competitive edge over other job applicants in both the private and government sectorsGain leadership and management experienceGain college credits for continuing education and workforce development (6-9 credit hours)Gain new contacts by networking with government officials and community agency directorsGain new skills in your career field and expand your capabilitiesGain advantages for college, trade school or apprenticeshipsTeam Leader option for those with advanced skills and educationBegin application process at age 17Minimum of 10 month commitment- can be repeatedTravel, lodging, healthcare provided plus childcare allowance if applicableEarn bi-weekly stipend plus $6,095 to pay off educational debt or pay for future educational expensesAn excellent option for those interested in business, construction, carpentry, building trades, environmental management, emergency services, forestry, disaster response, public administration, social sciences, law enforcement, homeland security, public health, writing/journalism, counseling, human services, non-profit services, or careers with local, state or federal government and organizations.