A large-scale national service initiative can put millions of Americans to work now and set in motion the process of repairing our country’s civic fabric.

Two recent reviews of the book, assembled by the Volcker Alliance, were published in leading journals of public affairs and administration.

The right person for this role will be a curious, critical thinker who is passionate about public service and making a difference in the world.

The winners and finalists aspire to make an impact in the public sector, in fields ranging from architecture to archaeology.