AmeriCorps College Completion Coach or AdviseMI Adviser
Location:Opportunities are available across Michigan, including: Allegan, Alpena, Bay City, Belding, Belleville, Benzonia, Big Rapids, Coloma, Davison, East Lansing, Kentwood, Eastpointe, Ecorse, Warren, Gaylord, Dearborn, Jenison, Westland, St. Clair Shores, Scottville, Attica, Otisville, Manton, Morley, Mt. Pleasant, Pentwater, Port Huron, Redford, Sault Ste. Marie, Taylor, Detroit, Walkerville, Watervliet, Wayne, Hastings, and more.
Compensation: $28,560 living stipend
Benefits:
$5,176.50 Segal Education Award (post-service)
Health, medical, and dental coverage
Childcare assistance (for eligible members)
Make an Impact. Launch Your Career.
Serve with AmeriCorps through the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) and help students across Michigan access and succeed in college. Whether you're supporting high school students through AdviseMI or coaching college students to completion through College Completion Corps, you'll play a direct role in shaping brighter futures for Michigan students.
Apply early---interviews are conducted on a rolling basis.
About the Role
MCAN partners with schools and colleges statewide to expand college access and success:
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Service Commitment
Term: September 1, 2026 -- June 11, 2027
Hours: 1,200 total (approximately 37.5--40 hours/week)
Full-term commitment is required
Great match for those seeking entry level positions or encore careers
Training & Support
No prior experience is required---just a passion for helping students.
Comprehensive onboarding (virtual + in-person) in August
Ongoing professional development, regional meetings, and MCAN conference participation
Travel and training costs covered
Training hours capped at 20% of total service hours (per AmeriCorps guidelines)
What You'll Do
Provide one-on-one guidance to a cohort of students
Lead workshops, classroom presentations, and group events
Build relationships with school or campus staff and community partners
Track and report student progress and outcomes
Participate in trainings, meetings, and professional development
Represent your program at events and outreach opportunities
Learn more about the life-changing work of our AdviseMI advisors and College Completion coaches in the 2025 yearbooks listed below:
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