Charity/not-for-profit

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How do I get a graduate job in a charity?

Want to make a difference and get paid for it? The charity and not-for-profit sector is hugely diverse: explore it to find a graduate job that matches your skills and values.

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Charity/not-for-profit:  for a job in tune with your values, consider the third sector. All kinds of graduates are needed for all kinds of jobs in charities, lobby groups, political parties and environmental bodies.

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Finding a job in the charity and not-for-profit sector

Creative job-hunting is the key to landing a graduate job in the charity and not-for-profit sector. Do your research, make contacts and above all, be flexible so you can meet organisations' requirements.

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