5 Benefits of Volunteering During a Job Search

Volunteering during and even after your job search has many professional and personal benefits.

Even better, no matter what kind of job seeker you are or the positions you’re looking for, volunteering can help enhance your resume.

You probably know about the selfless reasons to volunteer. The organization you volunteer for gets someone dedicated to their cause and willing to give away one of the most precious resources — time — for free.

But, here are some ways volunteering has professional benefits for you, too.

  1. It helps you gain job-relevant experience
  2. It keeps you current
  3. It can broaden your networks
  4. It boosts your resume
  5. It offers personal benefits that spill over to work Read more via MoneyTalksNews