Are you between jobs? Or maybe you're trying to land your first job. Or perhaps you'd like to change careers all together. Not only do volunteers enjoy the satisfaction of giving to their community and helping a worthy cause, they also get valuable experience. Volunteering can fill gaps on a resume. The key is finding the right volunteer opportunity. Think carefully about what you want from your volunteer experience. Although you're not paid for volunteer work, it's still work. Almost all volunteer efforts build skills in communication, motivation and teamwork. And volunteer work will usually provide you with a good reference, a must for most job applications. Many corporations are involved in volunteering too. Volunteering can be the key to a better professional network. Shine at your volunteer job because you never know who's watching.
