Programs & Opportunities
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The Peace Corps is a 27-month long service opportunity for motivated U.S. citizens over 18 to immerse themselves in a community abroad and work alongside local leaders to tackle pressing challenges.
Rutgers and the United States Peace Corps have shared a history since 1961 when Rutgers was selected to serve as the training site for the original cohort of Peace Corps Volunteers to the Republic of Colombia. In 2015, Rutgers Global entered into an agreement with the Peace Corps to establish a Peace Corps Recruitment Office as a resource for the entire university. Our office is located at 30 College Avenue, New Brunswick, New Jersey. Feel free to stop by any time during our open office hours.
Peace Corps Service Experiences
Rutgers Peace Corps Recruiter Jon Breen talks about his service in Albania, battling homesickness, and making friendships in the local community while helping them to tackle social challenges.
Types of Peace Corps Jobs
Peace Corps Volunteers provide technical assistance in one of six general work areas: agriculture, community economic development, education, environment, health, and youth in development.
Peace Corps Fellowships
Peace Corps fellowship opportunities for graduate students are coming soon.
Costs and Benefits
Volunteering in the Peace Corps is free, and your travel, living, and medical expenses are covered. Potential benefits of serving include preferential hiring status, student loan support, and project ...
Real World Experiences
- A Rutgers Alum in the Peace Corps
- Rutgers Staff Employ Peace Corps Tradition
- Applying and Departing for the Peace Corps
Peace Corps gives volunteers a unique experience that translates to their careers once they return home.
Rutgers senior Shawn Riley shares her experiences in applying to the Peace Corps, talking to family about the decision, and preparing for her upcoming service in Cameroon in the third episode of our Rutgers Around the World podcast.