ECO AmeriCorps exists to provide emerging leaders the opportunity to serve the needs of Vermont communities in the environmental space. We strengthen local communities and foster stewardship of our natural world.
Bring your whole self to service with ECO AmeriCorps
Being an ECO allows you to build your confidence and capabilities on projects you care about. We acknowledge the benefits of diversity to any team, project, and effort. ECO strives to support a program that is accessible and appealing to all people.
Explore our site to learn more about what your service with ECO AmeriCorps could look like and connect with us on Instagram!
Don't hesitate to reach out to Dustin, Program Supervisor at Dustin.Bowman@Vermont.gov or Martha, Team Leader at martha.depoy@partner.vermont.gov. ahead of applying with any questions or concerns!
As an ECO, you'll serve with a Host Site Organization
ECO AmeriCorps' focus is to provide capacity for organizations to complete projects around the state within water quality, waste management, and conservation fields. This is accomplished through supporting our members, providing professional development, mentoring, and a sense of community.
We partner with local municipalities, conservation districts, solid waste management districts, other state departments, and non-profits to host AmeriCorps members. Visit our Host Organizations page to see where members are currently serving. Go to our What you'll do page to see what projects our members do, read stories from current members on News & Updates.
Member Benefits
Benefits include:
- Total living stipend of $30,000, paid bi-weekly throughout your 11 months of service.
- Upon successful completion of 1700 hours (40 hours per week), you will be eligible for an AmeriCorps Segal Education Award of $7,395 (pre-tax). Visit the Corporation for National Community Service website for more information on what being an AmeriCorps member means.
Additional benefits:
- Health insurance
- Child care assistance
- Professional training
- Program support
- Access to peer network
Time Commitment
The vast majority of our positions are full time service terms of 11 months, beginning in September and ending the following August. Members are required to serve a minimum of 1,700 hours during this time - about 40 hours per week.
Part time service terms of 6 months and 3 months are occasionally available, part-time positions will be posted as they are available.
Apply to ECO and tell us why you want to serve!
Recruitment for the 2025-2026 cohort year is currently postponed. We look forward to opening our opportunities as soon as possible! We appreciate your desire to serve Vermont's communities. If you are interested in learning more about service reach out to Dustin Bowman at dustin.bowman@vermont.gov.
Here are some FAQ's on becoming a member!
Dustin Bowman, Program Supervisor: dustin.bowman@vermont.gov
Carey Hengstenberg, Program Director: carey.hengstenberg@vermont.gov
Martha DePoy, Team Leader: martha.depoy@partner.vermont.gov