Volunteering is an excellent method of career exploration for high school students, especially for those that are too young to get a job. There are often more career ideas for high school students than they are even aware exist. Volunteering and community service give young people a glimpse into different occupations and what their daily lives would entail in those jobs. It also provides chances to network and could potentially lead to a job. In addition to boosting interpersonal and leadership skills, networking opportunities and awareness of local organizations and social issues, high school students who volunteer often have an advantage over their peers when applying to jobs, college, and scholarships.

Volunteering is Useful for Career Development

Not only do you benefit your community when you volunteer, but you help develop your skills as well. Click the link below to read an article from idealist.com on how to volunteering will provide space for you to explore and stretch your skills outside the confinements of your school day providing connection between volunteering and helping career development.

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