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How to get a job in the charity/voluntary sector

Advice for graduates on getting a job in the charity, voluntary and not-for-profit sector.

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Graduate careers in the charity sector

Internships in the NGO sector: What to expect?

Careers advice and planning
The NGO sector is an extremely rewarding sector in which to work, one which can involve a lot of interesting and challenging work. However, due to the nature of the sector, recruitment is generally at low levels compared to the number of graduates hoping to work in the sector.
  • Charities & voluntary sector +6

Graduate careers advice: you and your social work degree

Degree subjects
A social work degree equips you for a career in social work while also developing skills relevant to a variety of social care roles.
  • Charities & voluntary sector +9

Graduate careers advice: you and your sociology degree

Degree subjects
A sociology degree will provide you with a range of skills suitable for a variety of highly-interesting sectors.
  • Charities & voluntary sector +9

Charity job ideas

Community worker/community development worker

Job descriptions and industry overviews
Works with communities to bring about social change and improve quality of life.
  • Social, community & youth +1

Counsellor

Job descriptions and industry overviews
Helps individuals who are experiencing personal difficulties and explores ways of coping with or solving their problems.
  • Social, community & youth +1

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