At the Einhorn Center for Community Engagement, we believe that learning happens best when students connect their academic experience to community impact. The SUNY Empire State Service Corps offers Cornell students the opportunity to engage deeply with local communities and strengthen civic responsibility — all while gaining valuable paid professional experience. 

• Summer application open now!
  • Priority application deadline is January 31, 2026
  • Students must be located in New York State
  • Students will typically complete ~29 hours of service per week
  • Employment period is approximately May 15 – August 31, 2026 
•  2026–27 academic year application opens in March 2, 2026  

• • Academic year employment period is approximately September 1, 2026 – May 15, 2027 

• • Applications submitted after the start of employment term will be reviewed on a rolling basis, subject to available openings 

1. Students apply directly to SUNY Empire State Service Corps, selecting a cohort of interest
2. Applications are forwarded to the Cornell campus coordinator, who facilitates placement at host sites
3. Host site supervisor interviews and selects candidate(s) for employment

 Contact Nicole MacPherson at njm96@cornell.edu

 Contact Nicole MacPherson at njm96@cornell.edu