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There are many organizations that desperately need volunteers, and many organizations that want to see volunteer experience on a resume! Volunteering is a great way to develop experience that will help you with your career planning and can be one of the most fulfilling experiences of your life.
To find a volunteer opportunity that is right for you, ask yourself:
- How much time am I able to commit?
- Would I like a long-term or temporary position?
- Would I like to work on my own or with other people?
- What are the skills, interests and experiences that I would like to share?
- What experience am I looking to gain?
- What are the areas I would like to focus on? What issues in the community do I see as critical? (ie. poverty, homelessness, education, etc)?
Once you have found a volunteer opportunity that interests you, contact the organization and ask the volunteer manager the following:
- Is there a written position description?
- Who does the position report to?
- How many staff and volunteers are within the organization?
- What training and/or orientation would I receive?
- Is there opportunity for advancement or more challenge in the future?
- How will I be evaluated?
- Can I have a reference from one of your current volunteers?
- Will my personal expenses be reimbursed? Are volunteers covered by an insurance plan?
- What is the screening process for your volunteers?
Your responsibility as a volunteer:
- Be reliable and punctual
- If you cannot meet your commitment, be courteous and inform the organization
- Attend all pertinent training sessions
- Keep all information confidential
- Familiarize yourself with policies and procedures of the organization
- Be responsible as the organization relies on you
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