Trish Fleetwood
Volunteering is now seen by many employers as an essential component of an employee’s CV, and Massey University students got an opportunity recently to see how they can make a difference at the annual Volunteer Expo.
The Volunteer Expo was held on the Massey University campuses in Auckland and Manawatū on May 13, offering the chance for students and members of the community to chat with over 20 not-for-profit organisations to find out the best fit for their skills.
Employers’ concern
Volunteering is becoming important to employers.
Employers have told us that one of the factors they look for on a CV is whether the potential candidate has volunteered their time and given back to the community.
We have found that some of our students start volunteering and discover wonderful ways to add value to the organisations that employ them.
Volunteering also enables people to develop networks, enhance self-esteem and gain insights into a range of career paths.
We were delighted to host the Volunteer Expo at Massey University.
The Red Cross was just one of the organisations at the Volunteer Expo on the Auckland and Manawatū campuses.
Trish Fleetwood is Career Development Consultant at the Massey Univeristy Auckland Campus.
