About the role#
The Cuyama Connection Fellow serves as a full-time American Connection Corps member at the Blue Sky Center in New Cuyama, California. This role focuses on supporting rural economic development and creative community engagement within a community of 1,100 residents. You will work under the direction of staff to help implement the Cuyama Valley Community Action Plan and related regional initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Support the development and delivery of creative and economic programs.
- Host community events, workshops, trainings, and outreach activities.
- Assist with food security and food systems development projects.
- Create promotional materials and designs to highlight community resources.
- Organize systems to track participation data across community measurements.
- Conduct research to support staff in preparing information for potential grants.
- Support staff-led economic development strategies and tourism communications.
- Facilitate working groups and help distribute staff-reviewed research.
What you'll need#
- Passion for community service.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
- Interest in community development or digital inclusion.
- U.S. Citizenship, National, or Lawful Permanent Resident status.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Minimum age of 17 by the start of service.
- Must not have served four or more AmeriCorps State/National terms.
Location & details#
- Location: New Cuyama, California.
- Term: Winter 2027 through Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time position.
About Lead For America
Lead For America is a national service organization based in Wichita, Kansas. Founded in 2018, the nonprofit focuses on local public service and civic engagement. It operates across 44 states and has created over 500 fellowships. The organization supports programs like the American Connection Corps to improve community economic and social outcomes.
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