Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) Director Josh Fryday and San José Mayor Matt Mahan have announced California is seeking 10,000 people to join the California Service Corps.

Members gain meaningful work experience while helping their communities and earning money.

Over the coming year, California Service Corps programs will be over 10,000 members strong and serve nearly five million hours.

Service members help communities by taking environmental actions, tutoring and mentoring students to help them succeed, supporting communities impacted by disasters, working to end hunger and connecting people to vital resources and services.

“As Californians, the spirit of service and giving back is in our DNA — it’s why we have the largest service corps in the nation, bigger than the Peace Corps and a model for other states,” said Gov. Gavin Newsom. “In the coming year, our service members will provide critical support — whether responding to disasters like the LA fires or tackling critical issues like loneliness — as we work to build a California for all.”

The California Service Corps is the largest service force in the nation, consisting of four paid service programs: #CaliforniansForAll College Corps, California Climate Action Corps, Youth Service Corps and AmeriCorps California.

Combined, it is a force larger than the Peace Corps and will be mobilized at a time when California is investing in the future of its workforce — preparing the next generation of educators to address post-pandemic academic recovery and support students in classrooms across the state.

“These are California’s future educators and leaders, and their passion, energy and commitment are essential to shaping the next generation,” said GO-Serve Director Josh Fryday. “From supporting students in the classroom to strengthening their communities, they are making a real impact and gaining the experience needed to become the teachers of tomorrow.”

California Service Corps members gain skills and experience while connecting with others and making a positive difference. Additionally, service member experiences foster a positive sense of connection and belonging, which is an answer to the loneliness crisis — as defined by the U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory.

Those interested in finding a paid service opportunity can learn more at a virtual workshop on March 20, at 1 p.m. Register here to attend.

Learn more and join at CAServiceCorps.com.