We think it’s time to introduce you to a few more members of the Idealist family and give you an opportunity to learn from (and ask questions about!) their unique professional, academic, and personal journeys through the social-impact space.
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Changing careers is exciting since it presents new learning opportunities and creates room for growth. But you could worry that recruiters may be unwilling to hire you. After all, they may feel that you don’t have enough experience in the …
There’s enough to worry about when entering the workforce: What are my responsibilities? Am I capable enough to do this job? Will my manager like me? Corporate jargon shouldn’t add to your stress. From terms like “bandwidth” to acronyms like …
By all accounts—save those of a few deniers—we're no longer facing a climate change problem but a full-blown climate crisis. And according to climate scientists, the window is closing on the possibility that we can stop the earth's temperature …
Though people are complex and so much more than just their jobs, in a new social situation you’re often asked, “So, what do you do?” or “What are you majoring in?” While you probably have a stock answer ready to …
In recent years, green has proved a popular concept among consumers,with many buyers, especially the millennial set, ready and willing to pay more for sustainable, environmentally friendly products. That's contributed to the rise of careers in corporate sustainability, with employees …
The college student who survives on pizza and ramen isn’t necessarily a stereotype. For some students, loans and scholarships aren’t always enough. And while working part-time throughout the college years is fairly common, you may not have reliable transportation to …
Writing a resume when you don’t have any work experience can be daunting. How are you supposed to fill a blank page if you’ve never had a job to begin with? Luckily, not all hope is lost — even if you’ve …
If you’re ready to launch a career in data science, a data science certificate can help you build the technical knowledge and applied skills you need to get hired. A data science certificate will also validate your skills in the …
You might feel apprehensive about your record if you’ve been fired and are looking for a new job. Companies often conduct background or reference checks, and you don’t want anything to hold you back. But don’t panic—while a termination might …
