The VISTA Summer Associates Program is a 10-week service opportunity for members who are available to the project on a full-time basis. As a Summer Associate, your contribution will have an actual and credible impact on low-income individuals and families in Billings, Montana!

Summer Associates must be: at least 18 years of age at the beginning of service; a U.S. Citizen, National or Legal Resident. Applicants on the National Sex Offenders Public Registry are not eligible for service.

Summer 2023 Opportunities:

• Big Brothers Big Sisters - Enhancing Mentor Recruitment and Training
• Eagle Mount Billings - Expanding Adaptive Recreation for Youth with Disabilities 
• Wise Wonders Children's Museum - Full STEAM Ahead: Expanding Education Opportunities
• Yellowstone County Continuum of Care - Improving Housing Supports and Service Access

Important Dates:

• Service Term:June 12, 2023 - August 20, 2023
• On-Site Orientation Training: June 12, 2023 - June 16, 2023
• Host Site Service Start Date: June 19, 2023

Summer Associate Benefits:

In addition to making a credible effort to help people escape poverty, Summer Associates receive the following benefits:  

• EXCLUSIVE!!!: $500 housing allowance. Amount payable directly to landlord or student housing. A lease must be provided for housing verification.  

• Living Allowance: $338/week; paid bi-weekly
• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: $1,375 or an end-of-service Summer Stipend $345
• Professional Development Training: June 2023 TBD
• * Summer Associates do not receive health benefits or paid personal / medical leave*