{"id":8,"date":"2025-06-13T09:38:35","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T13:38:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep-new\/?page_id=8"},"modified":"2026-06-16T14:16:58","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T18:16:58","slug":"program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/program\/","title":{"rendered":"Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns sidebar is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-94363411 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45rem\">\n<p class=\"is-style-intro\">The Peace Corps Prep program is structured around three core competencies identified by host countries as qualities they most value in Peace Corps Volunteers. These same competencies are critical for international service careers with other organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More specific details about program requirements can be found in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/PC-Prep-Student-Guide-2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clark Peace Corps Prep Student Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide equal-height section is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\" style=\"margin-bottom:0px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/work-sector.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/work-sector.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/work-sector-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/work-sector-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5d3d8e2f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px;margin-top:0px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-training-and-experience-in-a-specific-work-sector\">Training and experience in a specific work sector<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Relevant knowledge and practical skills are central to international service. Peace Corps Prep participants take courses and gain experience in one of six focus areas that align with the Peace Corps sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>Take three courses related to your chosen sector.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accumulate a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer or paid work experience in the same sector.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"margin-bottom:0px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Intercultural-competence.jpg\" alt=\"student walking in international country's food market\" class=\"wp-image-36\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Intercultural-competence.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Intercultural-competence-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Intercultural-competence-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5d3d8e2f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px;margin-top:0px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-intercultural-competence\">Intercultural competence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Engaging thoughtfully and fluidly across cultures begins with one\u2019s own self-awareness. A combination of coursework and intercultural experiences in which you learn about others will deepen your cultural agility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>Take intercultural courses to deepen cultural agility through self-reflection and insight into global perspectives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study or volunteer abroad or participate in an immersive intercultural experience in the US<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop language skills by taking courses in a foreign language or American Sign Language<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"margin-bottom:0px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Community-development-senegal-2048x1365-1.jpg\" alt=\"children looking down a well\" class=\"wp-image-37\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Community-development-senegal-2048x1365-1.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Community-development-senegal-2048x1365-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Community-development-senegal-2048x1365-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Community-development-senegal-2048x1365-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Community-development-senegal-2048x1365-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5d3d8e2f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px;margin-top:0px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-professional-and-leadership-development\">Professional and leadership development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>International service organizations are highly professional and selective. Peace Corps Prep includes three activities to bolster your career prospects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>Resume critique<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Workshop on interview skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leadership experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect with a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer to talk about their volunteer service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p style=\"margin-top:-20px;margin-bottom:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">Students must graduate in good academic standing in order to receive their Certificate of Completion from the Peace Corps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element section has-white-background-color has-background\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/peace-corps-about-535x340-1.jpg\" alt=\"peace corps student working with children to wash their hands\" class=\"wp-image-38 size-full\" style=\"object-position:60% 36%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/peace-corps-about-535x340-1.jpg 535w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/peace-corps-about-535x340-1-300x191.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-to-start\">Where to start<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students in all majors are encouraged to apply to Clark\u2019s Peace Corps Prep Program. The program is open to both US citizens and international students. We encourage you to submit an interest form to learn more about the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=PSaytapoPkW5cqoUIUEPgM6sTm4enN5LhMNl17R8vjNUNlBFUE9LR1c0QVgzSzIyUzEwRjZYWU0zQS4u\">Submit interest form<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group aligncenter section is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">Photos Courtesy: <strong>\u00a9<\/strong> Peace Corps<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"55\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/peace-corps-prep\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/Peace_Corps_Logo_Banner_CMYK-300x55-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Peace Corps Prep program is structured around three core competencies identified by host countries as qualities they most value in Peace Corps Volunteers. These same competencies are critical for international service careers with other organizations. More specific details about program requirements can be found in the Clark Peace Corps Prep Student Guide. 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