College Prep

Just lazing the day away during the summer might sound nice, you should
continue to work toward making your college application look appealing. You can
do this by volunteering for a community organization.

Many students’ excuses range from they can’t find volunteer opportunities to they
don’t know how to volunteer. Rest assured, the organizations you’ll be working
with will be glad to have your assistance. Many high schools even post volunteer
opportunities on campus. Check news bulletins and boards in the office for such
opportunities.

You can also find volunteer opportunities by visiting:

http://www.servenet.org

http://volunteermatch.org

These sites allow you to search for volunteer opportunities of interest to you

You’d be surprised. There are plenty of organizations and companies out there
that would absolutely love to have your help. All you need to do is ask. The
added bonus is that doing volunteer work on your own time shows dedication,
commitment and empathy for the cause of others. Plus, you’ll start up a good
networking base that could lead to potential employment later on.

College administrators love to admit students that care about their community,
can balance their schedules and work well with others. Add these excellent
qualities to your resume by putting in some time with a volunteer organization.