Volunteering

If you are uncertain about your career path or have not had the opportunity to gain paid experience in your chosen career field, volunteering can be a tremendous source of information and experience.

Why Volunteer?

• Explore careers that might interest you
• Learn valuable new skills
• Gain experience for your resumé
• Develop contacts in your field of interest
• Connect with your community

How To Get Involved?

If you need assistance deciding what type of volunteer position is right for you, book an appointment with a Career Consultant. Once you have determined what type of position would be right for you based on your interests and skills set, there are a number of resources to help you find an ideal opportunity.

• Get involved at Laurier through the WLU Students’ Union - www.wlusu.com
• Get involved in the K-W Community by viewing the volunteer opportunities on the Volunteer Action Centre website - www.volunteerkw.ca, (www.volunteer.ca) has links to Volunteer Centres across Canada)
• Learn more about Canada’s non-profit sector through Charity Village - www.charityvillage.ca
• Read about additional volunteer opportunities in the Career Centre