“How do I determine if a volunteer opportunity will help me learn new skills?” In this video, Dr. Julie Pham shows you how to determine whether an organization is a good place to volunteer so that you can build your skills. By following our tips, you'll be on your way to a successful career in no time!
There are many small nonprofit boards that need board members or committees that need volunteers. While this is skills-based volunteering, you don’t necessarily need the skills to do the work in the beginning. You just need to make the time and commitment to learn the skills. Volunteering is a great way to gain experience, network and learn new skills. By using our tips, you'll be able to find the perfect volunteer opportunity and get the skills you need to find your dream job!
Here are 6 questions to ask to help you determine if this is a good opportunity or not:
1. Is this organization okay with me “learning on the job”? 01:50
2. Are the people who I’m going to volunteer with willing to teach me and mentor me in exchange for my time? 02:25
3. Are the other volunteers also committed? 02:45
4. Does the organization’s volunteer needs align with my interests? 03:15
5. Is the organization responsive in communicating to volunteers? 03:55
6. Is there a clearly defined period of time that I will volunteer for? 04:24
What are some skills that you can build as a volunteer to help you get a job you love?
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⭐️Check out related CuriosityBased’s videos: 6 Tips on How to Make the Most of Informational Interviews When You’re Looking for a Job and 6 Tips to Get a Job You Love
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