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Team Up AmeriCorps
Trying to fulfill an internship requirement as a degree seeker? Looking for professional development in work-based learning? Wanting to serve your community through a local nonprofit? Team Up AmeriCorps may be a great fit!
AmeriCorps members receive a living stipend paid twice monthly throughout their service, with an additional educational award paid out at the end of a successfully-completed service term to be used at any Title IV institution.
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As a member of our core or summer cohorts, members serve at one of our regional nonprofits, schools, and government agencies. Members are also offered many opportunities to gain experience serving with one of our Team Up Action Teams. Current available positions are posted below.
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Looking to fulfill an internship requirement? Our internship programs start at 300 hours, and can often align with your internship requirements while earning a living stipend and an education award for your service! Our internships also serve regional nonprofits, schools, and government agencies.
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The Youth Mental Health Corps (YMHC) members provide programming aimed at supporting youth mental health, as well as completing a higher education credential in the field of behavioral health. Current available positions are posted below.
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Team Up has formed a partnership with the Farmer-in-Training (FIT) program at Fort Lewis College to address food security by connecting locally-grown food with our regional food system.
Applications for this program will first be fed through Fort Lewis College and the Farmer-in-Training program.
There is a separate application button below to apply for this program.
All service positions, internships, and YMHC positions can be applied for using the General Application button.
The Farmer in Training (FIT) - Food Security application is a separate process facilitated by Fort Lewis College. 2026 Applications have been filled.
2026 - 2027 Team Up AmeriCorps positions can be found below.
Reasonable accommodation will be provided as needed for applications, interviews, and service.
Youth Mental Health Corps Member
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Applicants must be enrolled in or entering graduate-level studies in Social Work or Counseling (MSW or LPC candidates).
This role will support Rainbow Youth Center attendees through individual therapy, youth programming (clubs, field trips, events), case management, and crisis advocacy.
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This service position requires approximately 20 hours/week. The position begins September 9, 2026 and ends August 31, 2027.
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A living allowance of approx. $750/per pay period (twice per month).
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An education award of $ $3,697.50 upon successful completion of term of service. Learn more about the Segal Education Award here.
Afternoon Family Connection Host
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This AmeriCorps member will fill an important gap in afternoon programming at The Community Treehouse. This role will help create welcoming spaces, educational activities, and playgroups that engage families and older children throughout the year.
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This position requires approximately 25 hours/week. The position begins September 9th, 2026 and ends August 31, 2027.
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A living allowance of approx. $666.41/per pay period (twice per month).
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An education award of $ $3,697.50 upon successful completion of term of service. Learn more about the Segal Education Award here.
Can’t find the perfect fit?
Send a resume and cover letter to brennat@teamupsw.org and we will see if we have an opportunity suited for you!
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