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What is True North AmeriCorps?

Program Goals

Our goals are to increase youth interpersonal and social competency skills by placing members throughout the community to serve as role models and increase program site capacity to meet youth needs.

What is AmeriCorps?

AmeriCorps is a national service network connecting thousands of Americans each year to address critical needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment. At True North AmeriCorps, members partner with schools and other youth serving organizations to support youth across Northern Minnesota— making a lasting impact in our communities.

What Do True North AmeriCorps Members Do?

Members work one-on-one and in small groups to help youth succeed in school and life by teaching:
 

Communication & active listening
Self-awareness & self-management
Teamwork & leadership
Conflict resolution & empathy
Responsible decision-making & relationship skills

Our Impact

Community Impact: In the 2024-2025 service term, TNAC members invested 26,241 hours at partner sites—thanks to support from AmeriCorps, Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation, Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation, Northland Foundation, Ordean Foundation, and ServeMinnesota.
Youth Impact: Just one caring adult can make a world of difference. Our members help youth build resilience and confidence through positive relationships and skill-building.

Apply and Make a Difference!

Applications for summer sites are now open! Summer terms will begin on May 18 or June 8, 2026 and serve through August 21, 2026.

A member with 3 youth from her site.

Full-Time Positions Available (35+ hours/week)

Duluth Children's Museum- starts May 18

Chester Bowl Day Camp- starts May 18

Lake Superior Zoo- Starts June 8

YMCA Day Camp (Essentia Wellness Center)-Starts June 8

YMCA Day Camp (North Star Academy)- Starts June 8

Grand Rapids Learning Academy (Grand Rapids, MN)- starts June 8

Full-Time OR Part-Time Positions Available (25 or 35+ hours/week)

Carlton County- starts May 18 or June 8  *3 positions available

KEYZone at Lester Park Elementary- starts May 18 or June 8 

KEYZone at Lowell Elementary- starts May 18 or June 8 

KEYZone Laura MacArthur Elementary- starts May 18 or June 8 

Part-Time Positions Available (25 hours/week)

Ely Community Resource (Ely, MN)- starts May 18

YMCA Day Camp (Cook County- Grand Marais, MN) - starts May 18

Harbor Highlands Drop-In Center - starts May 18

 

Keep an eye out for more positions being added! 

 

Applications for the May 18 start date are due by May 1, 2026. 

Applications for the June 8 start date are due by May 22, 2026. 

 

Once you begin your application, it is recommended that you finish in one session. You cannot save and return to this online application. We encourage you to type up your responses in advance. You can view the questions and learn more about the application process by checking out our Application Checklist and our Applicant Guide.

Apply Here

Application Resources

Open Applicant Guide   Open Application Checklist   2025-26 Application

 

NON-DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Qualified individuals with disabilities and those from diverse backgrounds strongly encouraged to apply. The Y provides equal opportunities to all applicants for AmeriCorps service without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression/ sex, marital or parental status, military status, political affiliation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, reprisal, pregnancy, submission of a complaint. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request for interviews and service activities.