Job Search Archive
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Community Question: Should I work with a headhunter?
Posted 13 hours agoAt the beginning of your career, it is fairly common to tackle the job search on your own, but once you have some experience under your belt or are looking... -
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Advice from an executive director: Volunteering can help you understand the sector
Posted 15 hours agoThis week, we’re talking to executive directors about their jobs, career paths, and what it takes to lead a nonprofit. To kick off this series we’re sharing the story of... -
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3 ways a year of service in education can help you launch an impact career
Posted 4 days agoPeople often ask us about different pathways into the nonprofit sector. Volunteering and internships are great ways to get started, but a year of service can also be a fun... -
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Beyond passion: How to gain experience that will make you irresistible to nonprofits
Posted 5 days agoThis is the inevitable catch-22 many young professionals face: how can I get experience if I need experience first? -
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Community Question: Can I apply for multiple positions at the same organization?
Posted 1 week agoIt’s often a good sign when an organization is hiring for multiple positions at once. It means they are growing, have the funds to add staff, or are working on... -
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Job Seeker Success Story: How I used an internship to make a career transition
Posted 1 week agoI have some bittersweet news to share with you, our loyal Idealist readers. After nearly six months working as the social media and editorial intern, I am moving on to... -
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The Sierra Club wants to hire you (plus other great jobs protecting the environment)
Posted 1 week agoThere are currently thousands of listings created by close to 10,000 environmental organizations on the site, so there’s no shortage of opportunities out there. With our powers combined, we can do it! -
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Want to switch careers? Here’s how to get employers to see your potential
Posted 1 week agoIf you are trying to change careers, it may be necessary to shift how you present yourself, so others can see the potential you have for your career going forward.... -
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Make the most of your summer with a new job, internship, or volunteer opportunity
Posted 2 weeks agoAlthough summer doesn’t officially begin until June 21st, after Memorial Day we can’t help but welcome the the season of lemonade, the beach, and barbecues. It’s also a perfect time... -
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Public Allies, Idealist, and how changemakers are tackling education in Colorado
Posted 2 weeks agoWe’ve turned our attention to Colorado this month, and have already shared ways senior volunteers are giving back to their community and how organizations in the state are making a...