Here's my motivational statement from my most recent application - hope my happiness and passion for the program comes across well and you will take the chance and apply!
"... those ten
months were arguably the best of my life. I expanded my views of the world and
was able to gain a deeper understanding of self. Before NCCC I didn’t have much
self-confidence, and I definitely wouldn’t take charge of a group of people. By
round five of my corps year I was confident enough to engage other volunteers... I
gained so much self-confidence and happiness during my corps year I hope to go
back and help others discover themselves through service. The biggest lesson I
learned was that you can only help and discover yourself when you’re outside of
your comfort zone and providing service for others, I hope to pass that bit of
wisdom onto the next class of NCCC members while continuing to hone my own
leadership skills. I also feel that NCCC erased preconceived notions I had of
myself.... I truly
believe that AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps set me on a more
positive read to health and well-being and I hope to continue that journey
forward with another service term."
I've omitted a good portion of it but you get the idea! :)
did you Have a job or volunteer experience before the program?
ReplyDeleteI think I put on my resume some volunteer work I did with an Animal rescue group which probably didn't even add up to 10 hours...I had no job experience or anything before NCCC. If you're applying with little experience just make sure to highlight your enthusiasm and passion for service!
Deletei applied as a corps member and i will be going to vinton iowa
ReplyDeleteThanks for reminding me to update my blog! :) I'll be serving in Iowa also! My favorite place!
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