Career questions tagged nonprofits
How much does it cost to start a nonprofit?
I want to open a nonprofit that offers services that aren't already provided in my community. I'd like to serve the homeless population with applications, acquiring state ID, provide a mailing address and message phone number, referrals, and a safe place to talk. #nonprofits #homelessness #business #business-development #nonprofit-management
How do I create my own internship opportunity?
This summer I want to pursue an internship in government or nonprofits. In my local area there aren't a lot of opportunities for me, a first year college student. What would be the best way to approach some of the places and people I am interested in working with to create my own internship experience? Would I draft my own idea of what I would be doing first, or would that step come after reaching out to the different offices and organizations that I am interested in working with? #internships #government #nonprofits #experience #social-work #civic-and-social-organization #community-outreach
I'm a caring and helpful female who has a desire for a career in a non profit company. What suggestions would you have for me to guide me in my schooling?
I'm asking this question because I want to help homeless people and volunteer for people that are in need. I want to help kids with cancer and help them find a way to smile. When I am older I want to make a difference for people that are in need. #volunteering #nonprofits #non-profit
What is the typical amount of compensation at a mid-level nonprofit job?
Hello, I am interested in understanding more about working in or for nonprofits. #nonprofits #non-profit #non-profit-organization-management #non-profits
I would like hands-on work that allows travel in a nonprofit organization that helps endangered species. What degree(s) should I pursue?
I am willing to get involved with anything from the sciences to social work. I just need recommendations, or directions to a degree/ course of study I can look into that will get me moving forward. Thank you! #nonprofits #endangered-species #career #public-sector #animals #habitat-restoration
Is voyage humanitaire trip beneficial?
I came across this site http://www.mission-humanitaire-afrique.org/tourisme-solidaire-voyage-humanitaire/ for going on a volunteering trip. Is voyage trip really beneficial? #voyagehumanitaire #missionhumanitaire #volunteering #nonprofits #humanitarian #humanitarian-relief
What are the beginning steps to start a Nonprofit?
I want to start my own Nonprofit in the future and I don't know where to start. Some of my concerns would be how to get it to be official, how to reach volunteers and employees with little money, and orgs./people to connect to when the nonprofit is still fairly new. #nonprofit-organization #nonprofits
What are the beginning steps to start a Nonprofit?
I want to start my own Nonprofit in the future and I don't know where to start. Some of my concerns would be how to get it to be official, how to reach volunteers and employees with little money, and orgs./people to connect to when the nonprofit is still fairly new. #nonprofit-organization #nonprofits
What are the current digital marketing trends in the nonprofit sector?
I am exploring the digital media/social media aspect in the nonprofit sector and wish to understand the career path in this field. What kind of skills are required if one is starting out fresh in this line? #social-media-marketing #social-media #digital-marketing #non-profit-organization-management #non-profit-management #nonprofitdigitalmedia #nonprofits #non-profit
What are the most lucrative jobs in the Nonprofit sector?
I am currently pursuing my MS in Nonprofit Management and exploring my various career options in this sector. #nonprofits #non-profit-organization-management #non-profit-management #fundraising #education-management
I would like to work for a non-profit organization. What degree would I need?
I am interested in working with organizations that focus on Rape and Child molestation awareness,out reach, and patient services. I would like to work in the field like going to schools, setting up fund raising events with the public and over all getting the organizations message out there. I am currently still in the process of getting all my AA degree classes out of the way. What degree should I major in so I will be qualified for this type of position?And what colleges would you recommend? what classes should I include while at a community college. I live in Montclair, Ca. I would like to stay close to home. Thanks for your time! #nonprofit-organization #nonprofits #nonprofit-management #women-in-business #child-welfare #empowering-women #sexual-assault-awareness #community-outreach #fundraising #cultural-awareness #public-safety
Should I choose a major based on what my parents want for me or what I want, even if mine pays alot less?
I want to go into non-profit work, while my parents want me to get a job that pays six figures. #college-major #nonprofits #parents
What Should I major in if I want To Run A Non Profit
Hi I am just wondering What I should major in if I would like to start/run a charity that is dedicated to helping the familes and children affected by rare diseases? #medicine #non-profit-management #nonprofits
Master's in Public Administration vs Master's in Social Work
I plan to get my bachelor's degree in social work with a focus on community organization and nonprofit managment. I want to work with nonprofit programs and government programs in the future, and I would on e day love to start my own nonprofit organization. Would it be more beneficial for me to pursue an MSW or an MPA? #social-work #nonprofits #social-services #public-administration #nonprofit-management #public-service
How do we keep young men and women involved in the community!
I love social work and I intern for Mercy Corps NW. We work with men and women reentering the community to get the resources they need to be successful. #5-10 #social-work #reentry #community #nonprofits #community-involvement
I am thinking about double majoring in nonprofit organizations and art history. Is this a good idea?
In the future I would like to eventually work in a museum and or gallery. I would preferably like to work my way up to becoming in charge of a museum or something of that nature. I know most museums now a days are nonprofit so would teaming up majors be a smart decision? All I am for sure of right now is that I would really like to work with in the art world. #college #college-major #art #nonprofits #museums #art-history #galleries
Do employers like reading Functional or Chronological resumes more?
Does the type of resume you have work better for different industries? I have a functional resume that I use in the financial services industry and a chronological resume that I use for non-profits is my method fine? #jobs #financial-services #resume-writing #nonprofits #job-application
What are some of the worst job sites for finding non-profit work?
I have been using Idealist and not finding many current jobs. Craigslist also has not provided many great non-profit jobs. Should I just use any job posting site and hope that I find something? #job-search #nonprofits #non-profits
What is the difference between a profit and non-profit university/college?
I have heard both terms but don't understand the significance behind them. I know that some scholarships only apply to schools if they are either profit or non-profit but I still don't understand why. Why is there such a difference? #college #university #higher-education #nonprofits #profit
How likely is it I will get an internship as a first year student?
I am a first year, undeclared student and I am looking for internship opportunities for the summer. I live in an area where there are many opportunities for internships but that means many students travel to the area in order to apply. I a specifically looking for internship opportunities in nonprofit and advocacy groups. I assumed I would be able to get an internship but after talking to some students slightly older than I am I learned that companies tend not to hire students unless they are juniors or seniors in college. #internships #nonprofits #freshmen #advocacy
Should I get a BA in Economics or a BS in Economics? Which degree path would allow me to get my MBA and not only go into the financial sector, but the government and international development sector as well?
I'm a freshman in college and I'm an economics major but I'm still unsure as to which degree path would best be suited to my goals. #business #finance #economics #investment-management #nonprofits #mba #international-development #economic-development
Any suggestions for intermediate-paid jobs relating to social welfare/NGOs?
I'm recently graduated and thought about applying jobs in Americorps, however, I heard that their jobs are very low-paid. I do not expect myself getting a high paid job right after I graduated from college as it is unrealistic, but I do hope to find a job that is intermediate-paid so that I can be financially independent and at least support my livelihood. What are some entry level options for me to look into if I'm interested in NGO-related work and that has normal salary? #career #job-search #first-job #nonprofits #ngos #organizational-culture #financial-planning #career-details
Any experience with Americorps?
After I get out of college, I am considering joining Americorps and becoming a Vista becore getting a Master's in Social Work. Do you have any experience or advice for me about Americorps? Do you think this path would be beneficial in the career I am pursuing? #psychology #jobs #social-work #volunteering #nonprofits #non-profit #non-profits
What can someone do with a minor of Public administration and a major in Anthropology?
I am studying these two subjects and is planning to graduate June of 2017. #business #management #government #anthropology #nonprofits #non-profits #public-sector #public-administration
How would I go about getting a job in nonprofit development?
As a political science major, my education is pretty broad. My dream job would be in development for a human rights or international nonprofit organization, but I am unsure how to get experience in that field to be able to apply for jobs. I have heard that joining the Peace Corps is really the only way to get involved with that and I was also wondering if that was true. #organization #nonprofits #ngos #international-ngos
How do prospective workers/managers get the start-up money to found and run a non-profit organization?
I would like to work with a non-profit organization, but am also interested in starting my own. However, I'm not sure how realistic that is given that grant money or loans may be scarce. #nonprofits #non-profit #non-profits
To create a non-profit organization combating hunger through sustainable agriculture, what area of study would be most relevant? Business management, agriculture, sustainability and nutrition all factor in, but which is the best approach?
In many parts of the world there is an extreme shortage of nutritious food and simultaneously very little practice of environmentally sustainable agriculture. A non-profit organization specialized in farming could perhaps kill two birds with one stone. #nonprofits #agriculture #public-health #sustainability
What kind of careers can a degree in sociology lead to?
I like the topic of sociology and am interested in the well being of the community at large, but am unsure of how I might apply this degree. #sociology #political-science #nonprofits
What is the role and responsibilities of a project manager at a nonprofit organization?
I want to work for a nonprofit organization and I am trying to figure out what position would be best suited for me. #project-management #nonprofits #non-profit #non-profits #project-manager
What kind of nonprofit jobs do you need a masters degree for?
I am hoping to go into the nonprofit sector and want to know if I will need to get my masters. #nonprofits