CivicSpark Impact
10 Years
of Building Local Resilience
73%
of Alumni Still Work in
the Public Sector
1,000
Emerging Leaders
69%
of alumni say
the program had
a significant impact
on their lives and careers
1,000,000
Hours of Service
110,000
Community Members Engaged
The career launchpad that CivicSpark has provided me with cannot be overstated. CivicSpark got me a foot in the door and has given me invaluable experience that I would not have gotten otherwise.
After working for 2 years out of college, I decided it was time to make a career shift into my dream role working for local government. CivicSpark offered me an unparalleled opportunity to get my foot in the door and gain the hard skills and experience needed...Thanks to CivicSpark, my resume has attracted more employers than I ever thought possible.
The CivicSpark Fellowship program proved to be an incredible stepping stone for launching my career in urban planning within the realm of local government...For any aspiring young or emerging planners, I wholeheartedly recommend this program as it equips you with the skills and readiness needed to excel in the field of local government.
CivicSpark provided a platform and space for me to explore my options for what I truly wanted to do with my passions and career. The program provided me with a deeper understanding of the inner workings of government, and opened numerous doors for me to further expand my environmental education and work experience. CivicSpark was sincerely a foundational experience for me as a young professional.
CivicSpark was instrumental in helping me pivot careers into urban planning and sustainability. This program allowed me to get a deep dive into the practice and be competitive for careers after my service year without requiring me to go to graduate school for another degree.
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24-25 Fellow Application has closed
The 24 – 25 CivicSpark Fellowship Application is now closed. Please return in Spring 2025 to apply to become a 25 – 26 CivicSpark Fellow.