VISTA Community Impact Coordinator

The Mentoring Project primarily serves students enrolled in Washington’s Community and Technical College (CTC) system, where many campuses lack career centers, alumni networks, and employer connections commonly available at four‑year universities. Approximately 80% of our students are first‑generation college students who may not have family or social networks that can provide career modeling, professional guidance, or industry connections. Many students attend colleges located in rural or economically underserved areas of Washington, where there are fewer local STEM employers, internships, networking opportunities, and interactions with professionals working in STEM fields.

Students report a critical need to connect their education to career opportunities and to develop professional networking and exposure to industry professionals. The Mentoring Project provides individualized mentorship, professional insight, and meaningful connections that help bridge the gap between education and employment.

• Build sustainable outreach systems to increase recruitment and engagement of low‑income students.
• Develop tools, materials, and processes to expand and sustain a volunteer mentor network supporting student success.
• Establish and strengthen partnerships with college student service professionals.
• Improve outcome tracking and feedback systems to strengthen program evaluation.
• Create communications materials to promote mentorship opportunities and career exploration events.
• Participate in grant‑writing and development activities.

• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Health coverage*
• Choice of education award or end‑of‑service stipend
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Living allowance
• Training
• Relocation allowance
• Ameri Corps VISTA healthcare benefits:

Program type:
Ameri Corps VISTA

Program: VISTA Community Impact Coordinator I

Program Start/End Date: 09/08/2026 - 09/07/2027

Work schedule:

Full time

Education level:
College graduate

Age requirement:
Minimum 18, maximum none

Program locations:
Washington — Seattle, Tacoma, Bremerton

Languages:

Second language speaker

Accepting applications:
From 06/01/2026 to 07/31/2026

• Non‑profit management
• Communications
• Teaching / tutoring
• Team work
• Education
• Writing / editing
• Social services
• Community organization
• Fund raising / grant writing
• Recruitment
• Leadership

Julia Schechter

2460 Westlake Ave N

Seattle, WA 98109

425‑591‑3765

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www.mentoringproject.org

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