Texas-American Connection Corps Member

Note: ACC placements are primarily in-person, full-time positions.

About the American Connection Corps:
The American Connection Corps (ACC) is a service fellowship program aimed at helping communities build the digital connectivity necessary to expand opportunity and economic mobility, ranging from healthcare access to quality employment. We are currently building a general talent pool of dedicated individuals ready to start where they live.

Position Overview:
The American Connection Corps is activating a talent pool of mission-driven individuals to serve in locally rooted organizations tackling critical community challenges across 30+ states. By joining our applicant pool, you'll be considered for placement opportunities that align with your skills, interests, and location preferences.

As an ACC Member you will gain hands-on experience, receive on-the-job training, and explore career pathways while making a tangible impact in your community. We prioritize local talent from all stages of life—whether you are taking a gap year, attending a technical college, pivoting careers, or looking for a way to invest your lived experience back into your hometown, there's a place for you here.

What ACC Members Do:

Depending on your placement, you may:

• Work with a local host organization to support initiatives tailored to their unique vision, such as digital access (connecting residents to affordable internet and devices), broadband expansion (working with local governments to bring high-speed internet to underserved areas), and workforce development (helping community members navigate online job applications, build tech skills, and prepare for today's job market).
• Engage with local leaders and neighbors to identify opportunities for connection and collaboration.
• Conduct research, outreach, and training to support community-driven projects.
• Build critical talent pipelines by assisting in project management and partnership building.

Example Placements:

• Broadband & Digital Inclusion: Support city governments and regional initiatives to improve broadband infrastructure and conduct local outreach.
• Financial Access & Economic Mobility: Promote digital financial literacy and support programs that expand socioeconomic opportunity.
• Digital Navigation & Workforce Development: Provide digital skills training and AI readiness to improve internet adoption and workforce opportunities.
• Community Development & Education: Conduct community asset mapping and support cradle-to-career initiatives to drive educational opportunities.