Job Hunting? Here's How To Make The Most Of Idealist And GuideStar
As of this writing there are over 12,000 (!) jobs on Idealist. While it's easy to type in a location and simply browse through what shows up, there are quite a few tips and tricks that can help you find the right opportunity.
In our recent webinar with Guidestar, our Community Engagement Team outlines some strategies for making the most of Idealist and shares some insights for how to excel in the job search.
You can view the slides below by clicking the link. Also check out the following resources mentioned in the presentation:
- Watch our step-by-step video on creating email alerts so great jobs are sent directly to you.
- Learn how to tailor your resume to the job.
- Understand what hiring managers and HR professionals look for in a cover letter.
- If you're not sure what you want to do, try the NYU tracks exercise.
Finding Your Dream Nonprofit Job: How to Use GuideStar & Idealist.org to Find the Right Position from GuideStar
Good luck!
By Allison Jones