Communications Support Coordinator (Requity Foundation) ACC Member

Note: This is a full-time ACC AmeriCorps position with Requity Foundation.

About the American Connection Corps:

The American Connection Corps(ACC) an AmeriCorps program of Lead For America (LFA) is a service fellowship program aimed at helping communities build the digital connectivity necessary to expand opportunity and economic mobility ranging from healthcare access to quality employment.

ACC Members spend a year serving with locally-rooted organizations helping address the digital divide and strengthen access to opportunity. Through their service they gain hands-on experience build in-demand skills and explore career pathways while making a tangible impact in their communities.

About Requity Foundation

Requity Foundation is a Baltimore-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that develops workforce pathways for high school students and young adults through paid project-based learning. Working alongside schools employers government agencies and community organizations Requity equips participants with technical skills professional competencies and industry connections that lead to employment apprenticeships postsecondary education and entrepreneurship.

Position Overview

The Communications Coordinator AmeriCorps Member supports Requitys public presence by assisting staff with the development and execution of communication materials that highlight the organizations programs impact mission and values. This role contributes to the creation of collateral materials program flyers social media content and website updates that engage students families partners and community stakeholders.

The Communications Coordinator collaborates with staff to collect stories program updates and multimedia content that showcase Requitys work and community impact. This position provides support in maintaining consistent messaging branding and timely communication across various platforms while contributing to organizational storytelling community engagement and mission advancement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Support staff with implementing Requitys social media strategy to increase visibility engagement and brand consistency across platforms.
• Assist staff with creating and publishing content including photos videos graphics student stories impact highlights and program updates.
• Assist staff with updating website content by ensuring program information organizational updates and key announcements are accurate and current.
• Assist staff with the development of newsletters press releases community outreach materials and marketing content that support Requitys mission and strategic goals.
• Coordinate the collection and organization of multimedia assets (photos videos testimonials and program highlights) to strengthen Requitys storytelling efforts.
• Collaborate with program staff to capture and share student success stories program outcomes and community impact.
• Follow and support the implementation of Requitys branding guidelines to help ensure consistency across communications materials.
• Support communications-related projects for Requity Media students providing opportunities for hands-on learning in storytelling digital content creation and real-world production.
• Provide guidance encouragement and constructive feedback to Requity Media students as they develop their communication and production skills under staff supervision.

All functions and activities performed by the AmeriCorps Member are completed under the guidance supervision and direction of program and host site staff.

Learning & Development Opportunities

As an ACC Member you will receive structured training and support throughout your service year including:

• A two-week-long virtual orientation with the national cohort to kick off the service year.
• A week-long in-person national Winter Institute convening with your ACC cohort travel lodging and a per diem stipend are fully covered.
• Twice-monthly virtual training on skills for service including project management asset-based community development grant writing and serving vulnerable populations plus self-paced curricula with opportunities to earn badges and credentials.
• A structured community listening tour at the start of service to understand local needs assets and opportunities.
• Dedicated 1:1 support from a Lead For America Program Coordinator and twice-monthly peer pod meetings for networking and professional development.
• Access to a national network of ACC Members alumni and community partners.

• Passion for community service and connecting your neighbors to the digital tools skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Interest in gaining experience in community development or digital inclusion.

Eligibility:

• Be aU.S. Citizen National or Lawful Permanent Resident.
• Hold ahigh school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Be17 years of age or olderby the start of service.
• Have not already served four (4) or more AmeriCorps State/National terms.

Timeline:

We are currently recruiting Members to serve from September 8th 2026 - August 13th 2027. Members will serve full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) completing 1700 hours of service over the course of the term.

Application Process:

1. Submit Your Application: Complete the application on the next page to join our general talent pool.
2. Host Site Review: Our host site organization will review your application and invite those moving forward to interview.
3. Lead For America Interview: Finalist candidates will be invited to interview with the Lead For America team.

Full-time ACC Members receive:

• A $33000 living stipend (dispersed bi-weekly over the course of the service term)
• A $7395 Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps which can be applied to education-related expenses after the program concludes (including repayment of qualifying student loans).
• Healthcare coverage (if applicable).
• Access to childcare benefits.
• Student loan forbearance during your year of service.
• Fully-funded ACC Winter Institute druing the year.

Non-Discrimination

This institution operates in accordance with Federal and AmeriCorps civil rights and non-discrimination requirements. This program is available to all. All program documents including compliance history information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g. Braille large print audiotape American Sign Language) should contact us at

Note: The ACC program does not offer part-time or remote member positions at this time.

Required Experience:

IC