Department of Service and Civic Innovation

**Maryland’s Department of Service and Civic Innovation** At Maryland’s Department of Service and Civic Innovation (DSCI), we connect passionate adults and organizations to strengthen communities, address the state's most pressing issues, and develop Maryland's talent across diverse sectors. **At Maryland’s Department of Service and Civic Innovation (DSCI), we believe service can improve every life it touches** We create workforce pathways that allow Marylanders to serve their communities and build their futures simultaneously. Whether through **Maryland Corps/Service Year Option or AmeriCorps Maryland,** our Members gain hands-on experience and mentorship at organizations across the state. Discover your potential, redefine what service means, and help Maryland thrive. ****The Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program: Trailblazing at the intersection of service and workforce development**** In 2023, Maryland made history with the SERVE Act, launching the first-in-the-nation public service year program for high school graduates that creates education and employment opportunities for Marylanders to thrive. The Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program empowers residents 18+ to serve their communities while building professional skills in a supportive environment. We connect program Members with Host Site Partners, including nonprofits, government agencies, and businesses, that match their interests. Beyond the job, we invest in our Member’s future with mentorship, training, and networking, building a lifelong alumni network of leaders uplifting our state. Check out our [Member Guide](https://dsci.maryland.gov/members/mcsyo "Member Guide—The Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program ") and [HSP Guide](https://dsci.maryland.gov/hsps/mcsyo "Partner Guide—The Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program ") to learn more! ****AmeriCorps Maryland: National Service at the state level**** For more than three decades, AmeriCorps Maryland has led the way in service. We empower organizations to tackle challenges like education gaps and economic opportunity. Uniquely flexible, AmeriCorps allows Members to choose between full- and part-time positions. In return for your service, you’ll receive a living stipend, access to education awards for tuition or loans, and valuable professional development to launch your future career. **Learn more about DSCI** The Maryland Department of Service and Civic Innovation is elevating service and creating opportunity in every corner of our state. We are a team of driven and innovative leaders who believe that acts of service can make a real difference in the lives of our fellow Marylanders and transform our communities. **One mission, many ways to make an impact** DSCI plays a leading role in promoting service and volunteerism across the state through two main programs, **The Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program** and **AmeriCorps Maryland Programs.**