Frequently Asked Questions - Recent Grads
Recent Grads
You don't have to be a graduating university senior to apply. GoCorps is a pathway designed for singles in their 20s. University graduates or those with a combination of work experience and/or education equivalent to a university degree between the agest of 21-30 may apply.
You will have the opportunity to serve in some of the least reached places of the world, learn skill sets that include language acquisition, cultural sensitivity, and Biblical living among the unreached. Further benefits of GoCorps service include:
>> An expedited process to go from application to overseas in less than seven months (versus the average of 18-24 months)
>> A single application form that works for all partnering organizations
>> Student loan forgiveness of up to $5000
You must be in your final year of university or a recent university graduate to apply. Most of our applicants are between the ages of 21-30 years old.
For each of the GoCorps tracks of service, your motivation, commitment to service, passion for Christ and a posture of humility are the primary requirements. Previous missions and cross cultural experience or Christian service is helpful. Teamwork, flexibility, and a positive attitude are all important for success overseas. GoCorps provides eight different tracks through which you could use your gifts and abilities to serve globally:
- Business/Leadership
- Compassion/Justice
- Engineering
- Media/Arts
- Sports
- Storying/Linguistics
- Teaching
- Universities
Absolutely. All members will participate in GoCorps Orientation (GO) Week as their first step toward going overseas after they've received their overseas placement assignment. This is where you will receive training in raising your funds and your sending team. You willalso receive additional location and track specific training through your sending organization. Once on the field, each GoCorps volunteer will receive ongoing training throughout their two years of service.
In order to apply for a GoCorps placement, you must:
1. Be between the ages of 21-30
2. Have either:
A. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university OR
B. Work and/or education experience that equip you for the track of service you area applying for
3. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.
GoCorps accepts applicants from all academic majors, programs, and professional backgrounds and experiences.