Depends pretty heavily on your placement. - Anonymous employee AmeriCorps Employee Review

Users say... "I was able to get professional experience doing meaningful work with some really great people." "Great opportunity to get out in the community and work directly with individuals living in the neighborhood." "Had a positive experience at the organization that I worked for and learned a lot about the non" "Great training and learning opportunities" "Great coworkers and getting to help people is very fullfilling" 

Users say... "Obviously pay is low but necessary to experience and empathize with those you wish to help" "Long hours and lots of work." "The end payout is so small and they expect you to be able to work 40 hours a week for less than minimum wage." "No benefits because it's pretty much volunteer." "Low salary and many hours"