The YSOP Fellows Program continues YSOP's mission of engaging young people in direct service, while encouraging their development as the future leaders of non-profit organizations. The program is a year-long internship for recent graduates. YSOP Fellows are involved with every aspect of our organization. They lead high school and college students in our Workcamps; identify and schedule service placements at service agencies; and encourage reflection on the volunteer experience. YSOP Fellows help organize and prepare for all aspects of our programs, including contacting guest speakers, reviewing program evaluations, and training Workcamp staff. In addition, YSOP Fellows help with the management of our organization. Responsibilities may include fundraising, organizing our annual benefit, writing newsletters and publicity, managing our website and working with YSOP’s Board of Directors.

The YSOP Fellows Program requires a one-year commitment. YSOP offers Fellows $15,000 as a Living Allowance, $76/month for commutation and other travel expenses, and participation in YSOP’s medical insurance plan.  YSOP Fellows receive 10 days of vacation and 10 days of medical or personal leave. Upon completion of 1,700 hours of service, YSOP Fellows may be eligible to receive a $4,725 AmeriCorps Education Award from the Corporation of National and Community Service and enrollment may also permit them to defer payment of outstanding student loans for the duration of their YSOP service.

Being a YSOP Fellow is a full-time commitment and requires occasional work outside the “normal” workweek for early morning, evening and weekend programs. YSOP Fellows participate in one overnight program each month. YSOP Fellows are permitted to work or attend classes outside of working hours as long as it does not interfere with their responsibilities at YSOP.

YSOP Fellows must have a college degree or have four years of post high school work experience. YSOP seeks a staff with varied racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds. We do not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, national origin, citizenship status or age. Appointment to the Fellows program is conditional upon the completion of a background investigation satisfactory to YSOP.

Fellows Program Application