CTEP at Free Geek Twin Cities

AmeriCorps; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare assistance

Education award

Health Coverage

Living allowance

Training

Job summary

Free Geek Twin Cities is seeking an AmeriCorps member for the CTEP program to support digital literacy training, laptop distribution, and community outreach in the Twin Cities area.

You will develop and deliver trainings, create surveys, and present data to stakeholders, while helping participants access education awards and services. Program dates run 10/01/2026 - 09/30/2027, with a full-time schedule in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• AmeriCorps eligibility and commitment to a full term.

Responsibilities

• Support digital literacy training and capacity-building programs.
• Distribute laptops and support Build Your Own Computer and Fix-It Clinics.
• Develop and deliver digital literacy training programs based on community needs.

Skills

Community Organization

Computers/Technology

Education

Leadership

Teaching/Tutoring

General Skills

Social Services

Veterans

Team Work

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Free Geek Twin Cities is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to digital inclusion, reuse, and responsible recycling. Free Geek Twin Cities is dedicated to reducing electronic waste by refurbishing and recycling technology, making technology accessible, and promoting digital literacy. Through our work, we divert thousands of pounds of e-waste from landfills each year (In 2025 - 100 tons recycled & connected 52,000 items+ with reuse homes), provide low-cost and free technology to those in need (1,300 free laptops distributed), and educate the community on the environmental impact of electronics waste. We serve individuals in greater North and South Minneapolis, including low-income households, seniors, adults with disabilities, and members of underserved racial and ethnic communities (especially Spanish and Somali). Many residents face persistent barriers to digital participation, including limited access to affordable devices, insufficient digital literacy skills, and lack of technical support needed to fully engage in education, employment, healthcare, and civic life. Many of the people we serve rely on second-hand technology, making technology reuse an essential part of environmental justice. CTEP complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities to participate in the CTEP application and interview process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Allison Williams, CTEP Program Director at [e-mail] This program is available to all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Member Duties

The CTEP AmeriCorps member at Free Geek Twin Cities will support the following existing digital literacy training and capacity building education programs; laptop distribution, “Build Your Own Computer” and “Fix-It Clinics”. The member will also develop and deliver digital literacy training programs based on community needs, such as Building Cyber Scam Awareness for Seniors, Understanding Your Digital Footprint, Avoiding Location Tracking workshops. The member is also responsible for developing and distributing participant surveys, compiling and presenting data. The member may also be required to attend community outreach events and engage with the community regarding FGTC’s workshops and digital literacy programs.

Program Benefits

• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Health Coverage
• Living Allowance
• Training

Terms

• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Permits working at another job during off hours

Service Areas

• Community and Economic Development

Skills

• Community Organization
• Computers/Technology
• Education
• Leadership
• Teaching/Tutoring
• General Skills
• Social Services
• Veterans
• Team Work

Summary

• Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National
• Program: CTEP at Free Geek Twin Cities
• Program Start/End Date: 10/01/2026 - 09/30/2027
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Education level: High school diploma/GED
• Age Requirement: Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99
• Program Locations: MINNESOTA
• Languages: English; Somali, Spanish highly desired
• Accepting Applications: From 05/20/2026 To 12/15/2026
• Contact: Tess Hackbarth; 550 Vandalia St; Saint Paul MN 55114; 651 224-5153; [e-mail]; spnn.org/ctep