Peace Corps reaches out to Bellarmine
Bryanna Tidmarsh
Issue date: 2/3/10 Section: Entertainment
By Bryanna Tidmarsh
On January 27, Jeff Roades, the regional recruiter for the Peace Corps, gave a presentation about the value of Peace Corps service and the application process.
President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961. The Peace Corps is devoted to promoting a better understanding of other cultures among Americans and promoting a better understanding of Americans among other countries. Since 1961, over 200,000 volunteers have served 139 countries.
Volunteers serve 27 months in a developing country. They engage in a variety of projects depending on their skills and interest, including those concerning health, business, technology, agriculture, the environment, HIV/AIDS and education.
People who usually volunteer for the Peace Corps do so because they want to make a difference in other people's lives. Other benefits include opportunities to learn a new language, experience a new culture and develop leadership skills. Volunteering in the Peace Corps can enhance one's long-term education and career goals, making the volunteer more marketable to graduate schools and businesses.
The application process for the Peace Corps is notoriously lengthy. It can take anywhere from a few months to more than a year. The first step is to fill out an application on the Web site, www.peacecorps.gov. The application requires an essay, a resume and reference letters. Once the application is reviewed, an interview will be set up through the nearest Peace Corps Regional Recruiting Office. Depending on the applicant's proximity to the regional office, the interview will either be in person or over the phone. The applicant can say where they would prefer to work, but they aren't guaranteed their preferred country. If the recruiter believes the applicant would be a good fit, they will nominate the applicant for a Peace Corps program.
According to the Peace Corps Web site, ninety percent of volunteer positions require a bachelor's degree. The Peace Corps also looks at work history, hobbies, skills and volunteer experience. Knowledge of a foreign language can also greatly enhance your chances of being accepted into the program.
On January 27, Jeff Roades, the regional recruiter for the Peace Corps, gave a presentation about the value of Peace Corps service and the application process.
President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961. The Peace Corps is devoted to promoting a better understanding of other cultures among Americans and promoting a better understanding of Americans among other countries. Since 1961, over 200,000 volunteers have served 139 countries.
Volunteers serve 27 months in a developing country. They engage in a variety of projects depending on their skills and interest, including those concerning health, business, technology, agriculture, the environment, HIV/AIDS and education.
People who usually volunteer for the Peace Corps do so because they want to make a difference in other people's lives. Other benefits include opportunities to learn a new language, experience a new culture and develop leadership skills. Volunteering in the Peace Corps can enhance one's long-term education and career goals, making the volunteer more marketable to graduate schools and businesses.
The application process for the Peace Corps is notoriously lengthy. It can take anywhere from a few months to more than a year. The first step is to fill out an application on the Web site, www.peacecorps.gov. The application requires an essay, a resume and reference letters. Once the application is reviewed, an interview will be set up through the nearest Peace Corps Regional Recruiting Office. Depending on the applicant's proximity to the regional office, the interview will either be in person or over the phone. The applicant can say where they would prefer to work, but they aren't guaranteed their preferred country. If the recruiter believes the applicant would be a good fit, they will nominate the applicant for a Peace Corps program.
According to the Peace Corps Web site, ninety percent of volunteer positions require a bachelor's degree. The Peace Corps also looks at work history, hobbies, skills and volunteer experience. Knowledge of a foreign language can also greatly enhance your chances of being accepted into the program.
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