Career Questions tagged Volunteering

What opportunities exist in local communities to volunteer in facilities or events that expose students to the needs of folks with disabilities (physical, mental, learning, etc)?
This is a super important question and comes from our professionals series

What is the best way to show you have a skill in one area when you don't have proof of work in that area but you have done it as volunteering?
I did a volunteer weekend of sales for over 10 hours a days and all places I have tried applying for need proof of former work. What should I do?

Volunteer Work
What type of volunteer work can be done for mental health or to put on a resume?


What does it take to become or get into a Computer Science/Computer Engineering Major?
I heard that getting into a Computer Science major is somewhat getting harder. What does it take to increase your chances of getting accepted to that major/school? Is there a certain volunteer or community service that has to be done? Something related to computers? Are there prerequisite...

What are some extracurriculars a highschool student can do to prep for a STEM career?
Are there any internships, volunteer oppurtunities or other extracurricular activities (both in-person and online) a highschool student can do in the UAE? Especially related to STEM?

volunteer hours needed!!
I’m trying to find virtual volunteer opportunities in Ontario, Canada. I can’t find anything though. Does anyone know of anything?
Thanks!!

Volunteer opportunities in NYC - Speech Pathology
Does anyone know of any places in NYC/BRONX where I can volunteer and gain experience observing Speech Language Pathologists as a Speech student?
I’m trying to apply for grad school and is switching careers. I would love to gain experience and also add to my resume when applying for schools.

What paths can a high school student take if they want to pursue a career in the medical field?
Most of my extra-curricular activities are geared towards advocacy, public health, arts and medicine. What are some tips that you can give me as I aspire to be a pediatrician?

What is necessarily to becoming a environmental specialist?
I know that I volunteer that enough but i always wanted to help our planet and protect.

I need some names of sites, where I can enhance my extracurriculars this summer online.
I have tried Coursera, but the courses are paid. For online volunteering, I want some short-term online opportunities, if anybody can help me, that would really help.

What are some ways to gain work experience before applying for the medical field?
I enjoy studying science and math in school and I would like to put those skills to use in my career. I also like laboratory experiments and believe I can conduct a valid experiment to solve a problem. What are some available opportunities that focus around these interests for a high schooler?...

What Types of Translating Opportunities are Offered to Teens?
I'd like to take advantage of the fact that I'm bilingual to volunteer virtually during the pandemic, but most of the opportunities I come across are specifically for people over the age of 18.
#high-school-student #translating-opportunities #bilingual #volunteering

Virtual Volunteering for Teens Interested in Healthcare
I was wondering what types of virtual volunteering opportunities would be available for high school students looking to contribute to, and gain experience in, healthcare? It seems both my age and virtual approach have limited my options, but I really want to help out somehow. #healthcare...

Best extracurriculars for Psychology major?
I am in a community college studying psychology and want to apply to many great schools by the time I transfer! I am interested in getting my masters to become a clinical psychologist or educational counselor after undergrad. However, during the time I am in community college now, I want to...

What category of volunteer work is best for someone who is interested in studying law?
Volunteering is really important to me, before COVID I was volunteering every week through an organization for children and families facing magical challenges. I am still doing projects and teaching through Zoom with them but I am also really interested in adding another volunteer opportunity...

What are some career or leadership experiences that will help me choose my career
I'm currently interested in business and the STEM world, though I still enjoy playing sports and instrumental music. I would really appreciate any opportunities (online or in-person)!
#careerchoice #highschool #STEM #business #career #opportunities #internship #volunteering

BCBA Volunteer opportunities for after 5pm on weekdays and anytime weekends
I am a current adult student completing the required academic course work by the BACB; however, to fulfill the 1500 fieldwork hours, I need is a practicum site and a supervisor. I work during the day. That is why I am willing to volunteer after 5 p.m. during the week and anytime on the...

how do I find internships and volunteer opportunities related to veterinary medicine.
#summer-internship
#volunteering

Upon graduating with a decent engineering degree and working just about enough to pay off the debt, how can one give back to the society?
My mother always emphasized on something - "always leave something better than how you found it". I would like to live up to her model.
#engineering #volunteering #payback #mindfulness #satisfaction #technology #upliftment #careervillage.org #scholarship

Summer Break what to do?
I'm not quite sure how to spend my summer break and want to get ahead. So what should I do? Read? Study? Online-courses? #summer #preparing #summer-internship #volunteering #summer-programs

I'm currently struggling to fit everything I want to do into my schedule, so I was wondering what colleges see as best in an applicant: having a job, volunteering, or taking JC classes?
#applications
#busylife
#jobs
#volunteering

How was your experience attending mission humanitaire program in Benin?
Me and my friends are planning to go on a mission humanitaire (http://www.mission-humanitaire-afrique.org) program in Benin. If anyone has any experience with such mission humanitaire program. Please share your experience. #missionhumanitaire #missionhumanitaireafrique #voyagehumanitaire...

What is the best way to give back to you're community whether you make it to college or not?
I am asking this question because most people think you have to have a lot of money to help others out but there are plenty of way's to do so without having a penny. #community-outreach #volunteering #community-service

What are volunteering opportunities that I can apply to if I am under 16 for the time being?
So right now, I am involved in three programs that I recieve good hours in, but I want to do more hours, as well as having a variety of experience in other fields.
#volunteering #nonprofits #volunteer

How can I apply my love for volunteering to my college life in the future?
Volunteering has become a significant part of my life, and I can't imagine life without it. I do a lot of work with kids who have special needs and I want to figure out how to incorporate that into a college atmosphere. #volunteering #merceruniversity

How can I volunteer with writing?
Hey guys,
So I love to write, which is why I'm pursuing Professional Writing as my major. However, I also love to volunteer. Is there a way I can combine my two loves and volunteer to write?
#volunteering #professional-writing #writing #editing #nonprofits #nonprofit-marketing

What are some volunteer/internships in Dallas for high school students who want to study in the medical field?
I have realized that having medical school opportunities will help you stand out and benefit you in the long run. I have heard about the STARS program but I believe it is too late to apply for that program.
#medicine #internships #volunteering #help

What are some tips for making the most of college?
#college #college-major #college-advice #college-bound #college-selection #colleges #internships #volunteering #programs #clubs #gpa #studying-tips #university #higher-education #summer-abroad #college-recruiting #college-jobs #college-majors

Must your previous volunteer positions be relevant to job application?
Are employers interested in the type of volunteering you? By this I mean, do employers want people that have volunteered in activities that are directly relevant or related to the jobs they are applying for? (specifically jobs in business/management)Or can any volunteer experience help when...