Skip to main content
US Flag An official website of the United States government

Connect with the Peace Corps

If you're ready for something bigger, we have a place where you belong.

Follow us

Apply to the Peace Corps

The application process begins by selecting a service model and finding an open position.

Peace Corps Volunteer
2 years, 3 months
Log in/check status
Peace Corps Response
Up to 12 months
Log in/check status
Virtual Service Pilot
3-6 months
Log in/check status

Let us help you find the right position.

If you are flexible in where you serve for the two-year Peace Corps Volunteer program, our experts can match you with a position and country based on your experience and preferences.

Serve where you’re needed most

Educator Resources

Introduce your students to the Peace Corps via the Global Connections program.

Foster an understanding of other cultures and global issues in your classroom with our online educational resources that can help you spark communication among U.S. learners and current and Returned Peace Corps Volunteers.

VIDEO: Highlighting happiness in Paraguay
In this lesson students will learn about the concept of happiness in the countries of Mongolia, Paraguay, and Ethiopia.
Ethiopia
Mongolia
Paraguay
Mongolian
Spanish
6 - 8
9 - 12
Video
Lesson Plan
Intercultural Understanding
VIDEO: What does happiness mean in Mongolia?
What is happiness in Mongolia? Watch individuals at the market, in their homes, outside school, and on the street share their response.
Mongolia
Mongolian
6 - 8
9 - 12
Video
Foreign Language
Intercultural Understanding
VIDEO: Hospitality in Mongolia
In Mongolia, you may be offered milk tea, a salty tea made with water, milk, tea leaves and salt.
Mongolia
6 - 8
9 - 12
Video
International Cuisine
Intercultural Understanding
Get Peace Corps resources in your inbox

Stay in the know and get the latest updates from the Peace Corps on programs and resources for educators and employers.