City Year has got Spirit. - Corps Member City Year Employee Review

4.0
Apr 13, 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

You work on a team of 8-10 people, all from different backgrounds. Corps Members shape the program and bring new ideas which may be incorporated into the culture of City Year.

Cons

This organization is run by competent people that are 40 and under. Everyone is growing together, but this can be a pro and con. Sometimes, Corps Members do things that management doesn't like and management does things that Corps Members do not like. However, City Year allows all of its members to face their conflict and not run from it. This organization allows all members to voice their concerns and opinions. I would advise any 17-24 year old to join City Year, however, expect a lot of work (45-55 hours a week), with little pay.

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5.0
Apr 13, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Well-organized/structured Transportation, healthcare, and AmeriCorps benefits Lots of teambuilding

Cons

Long days Uniforms A lot of professional development

3.0
Jul 15, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

connecting with the students will be one of the most rewarding takeways.

Cons

- lack of admin initiative, at times it feels we are being criticized for our job when we get paid crumbs (11$ and hour after tax, california).

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