Exploring Nonprofit Career Opportunities
What is the role of nonprofit organizations in the economy and for the common good?
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Using the Action Without Borders/Idealist.org website, students become more aware of nonprofit organizations, including job opportunities. They may practice filling out a resume/application, and prepare for a job interview.
Young people identify local nonprofit organizations through the Idealist.org website. They describe what the nonprofits do for the community and how people can help with their mission.
Learners explore the variety of job opportunities available in the nonprofit sector, many of which may use their skills and interests. In the nonprofit sector, the work is meaningful because it focuses on a mission to make change for the better.