What are the responsibilities and job description for the College & Career Adviser (AmeriCorps Member) position at Arras Foundation?
Are YOU a recent college graduate eager to make an impact?
Join the prestigious national network of AmeriCorps service members and build the future of America. The Arras College Advising Corps (ACAC) is seeking full-time College & Career Advisers to serve in Chester and Lancaster County (South Carolina) high schools for the 2025-2026 school year. ACAC Advisers work closely with students and families to help plan for “life after high school.” Since 2017, ACAC advisers have helped thousands of students realize their professional goals and dreams for higher education. Recent college grads looking for a service and/or gap year experience that includes professional development opportunities, extensive hands-on experience, and an AmeriCorps Education Award at the conclusion of service are encouraged to apply!
Learn more about our program here: https://arrasfoundation.org/college-advising-corps-program/
Job Description:
ACAC advisers are assigned to serve in one of seven high schools in Lancaster and Chester County, South Carolina. Advisers are AmeriCorps service members* who provide vital resources to communities in need.
As an adviser, you will:
- Improve and transform students’ lives
- Gain hands-on experience in community improvement and engagement
- Develop highly transferable skills in leadership, problem-solving, and event planning
- Gain national service experience through AmeriCorps membership
- Network with leaders in K-12 education, higher education, community-based organizations, and state government
Benefits:
Living stipend
Health insurance and other benefits
AmeriCorps membership*
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award for student loans and/or graduate school expenses
Professional development opportunities
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This is NOT a position at the Arras Foundation office. In your cover letter, please indicate the county (or counties) in which you would be willing to serve (Chester and/or Lancaster, SC). Advisers must currently live or be willing to relocate to their county/area of service.
Please contact Program Director, Savannah Crosby, at scrosby@arrasfoundation.org with any questions.
*As determined by ongoing grant cycles.