The Children’s Corps Process

  • Application

    Submit an application for our Children’s Corps Cohort by clicking on the Apply page.

  • Interview

    Selected candidates will be invited to interview. Interviews are conducted virtually on Zoom. See table below for details.

  • Pre-Service Training

    All Corps Members are required to participate in our Pre-Service Training Academy in July. Trainings take place in-person (New York City) and virtually.

  • Two-Year Commitment

    Children’s Corps members begin their full-time salaried child welfare position in August. Corps members commit to serving children & families for two years.

Steps to Applying:

Step 1: Learn more about Children's Corps:

Children’s Corps is seeking applicants who are passionate about working with children and families, motivated to work hard, and ready to embrace the challenges of working on the frontline of child welfare. The application is a key component of our decision-making process because the attention to detail and thoughtfulness it reveals, can be an early indication of someone’s diligence and dedication working with children and families. Through this process, we hope to see your passions, strengths, areas for growth, and dedication to the field of child welfare. We believe that working on the frontlines of child welfare is vital work and we hold our Corps members to the highest standards. To learn more about child welfare work, we strongly encourage interested applicants to carefully read through the Prospective Members page.

Step 2: Submit an Application:

The application is your opportunity to show us who you are and why you are passionate about this work. Please take the time to read through the application thoroughly and write thoughtful responses. We want to know more than just your credentials; we want to know who you really are, and what you have learned from your experiences. Remember to proofread and ensure you’ve directly answered what each question is asking. All applicants will receive a response from the Children’s Corps team. Please refer to the Application & Interview Deadlines table below for specifics. If you previously applied to Children’s Corps and were not selected, you may reapply once per cycle.

Resume:

You will need to submit a resume as part of your application. You can find a sample resume here with more requirements and guidlines.

Application Tips

  • It's about you

    Children’s Corps seeks applicants who are passionate about working with children and families, persistent, and open to learning. The application is a key element of our decision-making process.

  • Don't be intimidated

    Our application was intentionally crafted to help us learn about you and can take some time to complete. Don’t let this be a barrier to applying. If you are unsure of the strength of your responses, have a friend or family member give you feedback.

  • Be yourself

    The best way to set yourself apart from other applications is to be yourself. Let us get to know the experiences that have shaped you, your values, and your passions.

  • Use transferable skills

    Have you worked in customer service? Served as the head of a club ? Taken on a leadership role in your family? If so, we want to know more about how these types of skills and experiences will translate to you becoming an effective child welfare worker.

  • Learn more about us

    We encourage you to learn about our program and what the work entails by reading through our website and the Children’s Corps blog. This will also set you up for success when you move onto the interview portion of the application process.

  • Don't forget to spell check

    Strong communication skills are essential to child welfare work. Be careful in reviewing your essays for spelling and grammatical errors and thoroughly review your application before you submit. It’s helpful to ask someone else to check your work.

Application & Interview Deadlines

Interview FAQ

  • All interviews are held virtually via Zoom on weekends. If invited for an interview, you will be asked to register for a date and time.

    All interview candidates will be asked to submit an unofficial transcript and proof of work authorization. Additionally, all interview candidates will be asked to have three recommenders submit forms on their behalf.

  • The most promising applicants will be invited to a 3 hour virtual interview. After confirming their interview date/time, candidates will receive instructions and a zoom link via email.

  • As part of the process, you will:

    1) Review a case scenario.

    2) Participate in an individual interview consisting of behavioral based questions designed to help us understand you better and your commitment to working with children and families in the child welfare system.

    3) Ask the interview panel questions about the case you read.

    4) Develop a writing sample.

  • For specific dates, please reference the Application & Interview Deadline graphic above.