Guest blog written by CharityJob What comes into you head when you think of charity work? Is it volunteer work? High street shops? Do you fear reduced career prospects and a low salary? Well, it’s time to change your expectations because the charity & not-for-profit sector is a fantastically unique and diverse sector where many dedicated … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: The charity sector, a road to an interesting career
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GUEST BLOG: Setting up a charity
Guest blog written by Sarah Hoyle, York PhD student Why work for a charity when you can set one up yourself?! Do you have an idea that could be beneficial to society? Have you identified a need for your idea; a group of people or individuals that you can help? Is your idea not-for-profit? If … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: Setting up a charity
GUEST BLOG: Being a brand manager
Guest blog written by Rebecca Lawes (English & Philosophy), Frontline Brand Manager What appealed to you about being a Frontline Brand Manager? Being able to promote a really influential charity appealed to me because I really wanted a part time job that made a real difference, but that was still well paid and flexible. The opportunity to speak to students who are really passionate about changing … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: Being a brand manager
In other news…
External events and news you might be interested in Competition Altum Consulting have recently launched their CSR program for 2016: The Altumate Challenge 2016 They are looking for entrants who wish to undertake an amazing adventure this year and raise money for a registered charity. They are offering the winner £5000 towards the cost of undertaking their challenge. … Continue reading In other news…
York Award of the Year 2014 sets up charity – Lauriston Lights
Two York alumni from 2014, graduates of Derwent College, one of them, the York Award of the Year 2014, have set up a charity called Lauriston Lights, a summer camp for bright disadvantaged children. Apply as a university student to be a mentor at a Lauriston Lights summer camp in August, designed to improve the … Continue reading York Award of the Year 2014 sets up charity – Lauriston Lights
GUEST BLOG: Getting into the voluntary sector
Former York student and passionate campaigner Kate Evans shares her experience of finding work in the charity sector and her top tips for students looking to get a foot in the door. “Whilst studying history at York, I was keen to also get involved in other activities; I was Environment and Ethics Officer at Halifax … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: Getting into the voluntary sector
APPLY NOW FOR A CHARITY INTERNSHIP! Deadline Thursday!
Knowledge. Inspiration. Conservation. Spread these key messages as a marketing or social media with Parks and Gardens UK. You will be based remotely in York supporting this national charity to enhance their portfolio of sponsors or to engage audiences with the resources. Apply by Thursday 14 November http://www.york.ac.uk/careers/communities/runit
GUEST BLOG: Using your degree in the charity sector
Guest blog written by: Tara Protheroe, graduated in English Literature from York in 2012, currently in the first year of the CRUK's Fundraising and Marketing Graduate Scheme. From English Literature to Cancer Research UK Returning to the University of York last week, it seemed the campus hadn’t changed since my 2012 graduation. The ducks are … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: Using your degree in the charity sector
Vodafone World of Difference programme
Vodafone runs a World of Difference competition, which invites anyone of 18 years and over to apply to work for their favourite charity. This work can be for four months at 15 hours a week or two months full time (minimum 30 hours a week). 500 winners of the competition will each be paid £2,500 … Continue reading Vodafone World of Difference programme
Film makers needed
We are seeking 9 exceptional, aspirational film-makers to join Dance Britain for Burma (www.dancebritain.com) on the road for a week each of the world’s first ever dance from John o’Groats to Land’s End, producing a 3-minute ‘highlights’ film each day of the challenge. Dates and locations available are: John o’Groats to Inverness (11/08-18/08), Inverness … Continue reading Film makers needed
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