Visible tattoos may draw unwanted attention or pose a challenge to your integration process due to negative associations/stereotypes some people attach to tattoos. Peace Corps/Mexico strongly recommends that during pre-service training and the first weeks/months in your site you should be prepared to cover tattoos.

Can you join the CIA if you were in the Peace Corps?

Your CIA relative will tell you whether or not you are eligible. Your Peace Corps application cannot be considered until you are informed by your CIA relative that you are eligible. If you are found ineligible, you must not continue your application or you must withdraw it.

Do members of the Peace Corps get paid?

Peace Corps provides a number of benefits that make the Volunteer experience almost free: flights to and from your country of service, full medical and dental coverage, a monthly living stipend, housing, technical and language training, and a readjustment allowance when you finish, just to name just a few perks.

How many times can you serve in the Peace Corps?

Peace Corps Response (PCR) applicants can have up to three active applications at the same time. If you are interested in both PCR and the Peace Corps Volunteer program, you can have three PCR applications and one Peace Corps Volunteer program application active at the same time.

Does the Peace Corps carry guns?

Peace Corps Volunteers are not allowed to take pets, weapons, explosives, radio transmitters (shortwave radios are permitted), automobiles, or motorcycles to their assignments.

How difficult is it to get into the Peace Corps?

Last year, the Peace Corps received more than 17,000 applications for fewer than 4,000 positions. Serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer is a professional opportunity with lifelong benefits, so it is extremely competitive. If you think you have what it takes to compete, apply here.

How much does the Peace Corps pay you?

As a Volunteer, both your readjustment allowance (accrued at the rate of $375 per month and paid at the end of service) and a small percentage of your monthly living allowance constitute earnings for Social Security purposes.

How many years do you have to be in the Peace Corps?

The Peace Corps is a significant commitment, requiring three months of training in your host country, followed by two years of service at your permanent site.

Is it hard to get a job after Peace Corps?

Many people who join the Peace Corps straight out of college may have a difficult time finding work after they return because its the only thing on their resume. In addition, having professional experience makes you a better volunteer.

Can you go home during the Peace Corps?

Travel benefits The Peace Corps covers the cost of transportation to and from the country of service. Each Volunteer receives two paid vacation days per month of service, and many use this time to travel to nearby countries. And, of course, Volunteers can use this time for a visit home (at their own expense).

Is it hard to join Peace Corps?

Last year, the Peace Corps received more than 17,000 applications for fewer than 4,000 positions. Serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer is a professional opportunity with lifelong benefits, so it is extremely competitive.

Is the Peace Corps expensive?

Unlike other international volunteer programs, there is no charge to participate in the Peace Corps. There is no application fee, although costs may only be partially covered for required medical examinations during the application process.

Does being in the Peace Corps look good on a resume?

Include your Peace Corps experience under Professional Experience. Some people have a separate section on their résumé dedicated to volunteer experience. If your volunteer experience outside of Peace Corps is relevant to the position to which you are applying, it should be listed as professional experience.

How long is Peace Corps training?

10 to 12 weeks Generally, training lasts 10 to 12 weeks and Trainees stay with host families during that time. PST includes sessions on technical, linguistic, cross-cultural, health, safety and security and community assessments through Participatory Analysis for Community Action (PACA).