Frequently Asked Questions - Application Process

GoCorps is open for all recent graduates.  All single university graduates between the ages of 21-30 may apply.

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If you are interested in going overseas for a couple years after you graduate to serve among the global and spiritual poor, then we encourage you to apply.  Filling out an application is not a commitment to go.  Instead, it is an affirmation that you are open and interested in seeing if serving overseas may be your next step.  The application and interview process is designed to help both you and us discern if serving overseas is a good fit for you in this next season of life.  Going overseas and serving in missions is not easy and requires preparation and readiness in a variety of areas.  We believe wholeheartedly that the application process with GoCorps will be a very helpful experience to you, either confirming your next step after graduation, or helping you understand your current state of readiness and potential next steps.

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Yes. GoCorps volunteers raise their own financial support. GoCorps volunteers receive professional training on how to raise support during the GoCorps Orientation week and coaching throughout the summer as they are raising the funds for their placement overseas. By following the GoCorps fundraising process, most volunteers have their full funding within ten weeks.

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We seek individuals who have a strong Christ-centered world view, demonstrated leadership and achievement in spiritual, academic, professional, extracurricular, or volunteer settings.

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Absolutely. We invite all single, recent grads (21-30 years old) to apply. Working professionals and graduate students are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Applicants are generally notified of the status of their interview within one month after completing the interview.

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All interviews are conducted by phone, and most are one on one with a team leader. An interview generally lasts between 30 to 45 minutes. The timing depends on the person interviewing you and how you respond to the questions. The questions will focus on things that will help us determine your commitment to Christ and Biblical truth, interest and willingness to serve in an overseas, team-based service program, flexibility and adaptability, collaboration and accountability and your personal goals. You should respond to the interview questions sincerely and honestly.

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In order to apply to GoCorps, you must be a Christ-follower with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university by June 1. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident. GoCorps accepts applicants from all academic majors, programs, and professional backgrounds and experiences.

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Our goal is to complete the selection process within two months of receiving the application. This means that two months after we receive an application, the applicant should know if he or she has been offered an overseas placement, placed on the alternate list or not accepted. However, due to the nature of overseas placements, there are many instances when it may take longer than two months.

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The 2011 application deadline is March 1, 2011.

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There are three steps to the application process:

1. Applicants complete an online application and recommendations (Early Application Deadline: January 15, 2011; Final Application Deadline: March 1, 2011)
2. After they are contacted by a GoCorps partner, applicants participate in further assessment and a phone interview(s).
3. Applicants that are given placement assignments for 2011 are required to attend GoCorps Orientation (GO) Week (May 31-June 5, 2011).

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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, Biblical living among the unreached. Further benefits of GoCorps service include an expedited process to go from application to overseas (less than seven months versus the average of 12-18), a single application that works for all eight partnering organizations, and help with the deferment of student loans payments.

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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.

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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. The GoCorps provides eight different tracks through which you could use your gifts and abilities to serve globally:

1. Business
2. Compassion - Justice
3. Engineering
4. Media
5. Sports
6. Storying Cultures
7. Teaching English
8. University Outreach

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In order to apply to GoCorps, you must be a Christ-follower with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university by June 1 of the year that you are planning to go. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident. GoCorps accepts applicants from all academic majors, programs, and professional backgrounds and experiences.

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