Apr 05, 2026

MCSC Summer Associates – June 1 -August 9-10 Weeks

Job Description

The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) sponsors VISTA projects in organizations across the state to help communities and youth succeed in school and/or work. This summer, MCSC has opportunities for Summer Associates within the Commission and partnering organizations statewide. Participants must reside in Michigan and be within commuting distance of their assigned Host Site Organization. Assignments may include identifying nonprofits and supporting volunteer engagement; increasing nominations for the State’s volunteer recognition programs; developing disaster preparation plans for townships; creating community outreach materials; planning volunteer award ceremonies and conference events; or assisting with training development. Summer Associates can also apply to serve with partner organizations to support programs that provide resources to families; assist with youth summer education camps; address summer learning loss; support food distribution and nutrition education; assist with health-related services; support student employment programs; and more.


Member Duties : Summer Associates may engage in both direct service and capacity building service. Direct service may include collecting and distributing food and other resources to residents; supporting neighborhood improvement efforts; mentoring and coaching youth in summer programs; camp counseling; leading summer activities; supporting student employment; serving veterans; serving seniors; and more. Capacity building activities may include supporting nonprofit fundraising, recruiting volunteers, creating programs, developing social media marketing, and improving organizational processes.


Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training .


Terms :
Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .


Service Areas :
Veterans , Hunger , Health .


Skills :
Non-Profit Management , Disaster Services , Environment , Veterans , Youth Development , Social Services , General Skills , Writing/Editing .




SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps VISTA



Program

MCSC Summer Associates – June 1 -August 9-10 Weeks



Program Start/End Date

06/01/2026 - 08/09/2026



Work Schedule
Summer



Education level

High school diploma/GED



Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None


Program Locations
MICHIGAN


Accepting Applications

From 04/03/2026 To 05/08/2026



Contact
Tyesha Turner

320 S Walnut St

Lansing MI 48933

5864047410

turnert8@Michigan.gov



Listing ID
129081

ID

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