March 11, 2020
We are officially living through some pretty scary times. Fears over the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, have already resulted in significant changes to the way we go about our daily lives. For many of us, the adjustment to “the new normal” …
March 10, 2020
You commute to work listening to updates on the spread of the new coronavirus. More people quarantined, more schools shut down, more deaths recorded, and more areas impacted.
You’re trying to keep a level head and not panic, doing as …
March 10, 2020
Want to make a difference from the comfort of your own couch? Whether you’re passionate about environmental conservation, reproductive rights, or alleviating worldwide hunger, there’s probably a virtual volunteer opportunity out there for you.
These days, plenty of nonprofit organizations …
March 3, 2020
So, you’ve just been turned down for that job you’ve been interviewing for. Now what?
Stay connected!
There’s a critical moment of opportunity after receiving a rejection and below, you’ll find some tips to try the next time you find yourself …
February 27, 2020
At Idealist, we’ve been working closely nonprofits for many years to help them find passionate and talented employees, volunteers, and interns who want to work in the social-impact space. However, over the past few years, we’ve seen an explosion of …
February 26, 2020
With global environmental crises in the news lately, a lot of us are wondering how we can make a difference. There are many ways to advocate for a livable planet, whether you’re doing a few hours of volunteer work or …
February 25, 2020
Every job has its challenges. But when you have a great relationship with your boss, you may not be as bothered by the downsides. At least in the day-to-day, you have someone that supports you and your career.
So what …
February 20, 2020
Some of us have a clear sense of how we want to make an impact in the nonprofit space from the very start while others need a little help to really understand what’s out there. If you find yourself at …
February 18, 2020
In these polarizing times, there’s one thing most people can agree on: animals are amazing. Whether you’re a dog lover, a cat cuddler, or enjoy being around farm animals, here are seven orgs looking to hire some animal lovers.
American …
February 13, 2020
Before you can land a job, you’ve got to get an interview. And to do that, you (almost) always will have to demonstrate your value and experience along with a hint of your personality in your cover letter and resume.
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