It’s a new year – let’s go! Volunteering is a fun and fulfilling way to give back, expand your network, and gain valuable workplace skills.
Explore a variety of volunteer positions at SAIT’s Community Volunteer Fair on Thursday, January 25th. The fair is an opportunity to meet with representatives from more than 40 organizations dedicated to making Calgary a great place to live and work.
📅 SAIT’s Community Volunteer Fair
Thursday, January 25th, 10am-3pm
Eileen Lewis Atrium, Stan Grad Center
Welcome SAIT students, employees, and alumni
Register now
Make the most of your fair experience with these tips, tricks, and resources.
First of all, why volunteer?
- Volunteer work helps build transferable skills such as leadership, collaboration, teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- The volunteer position is resume, It helps you gain practical experience, especially if you don’t have much paid work experience yet.
- Volunteering is a great way for international students to gain experience in Canada and demonstrate their familiarity with Canadian work culture.
- Volunteering allows you to explore your career interests in a low-risk, low-pressure way.
- Gain a sense of purpose while working with different organizations and contributing to your community.
Questions to ask yourself before becoming a volunteer
- What are your interests? What is important to you?
- What skills can you bring to the role? What skills would you like to have?
- What do you want to achieve through volunteering? what are your goals? Want to meet new people? Try something new? Will it help make a difference?
- How much time do you have? How flexible is your schedule? Do you want an ongoing volunteer role, a short-term role, or a one-off assignment or event?
Questions to ask an organization before becoming a volunteer
- What is expected of volunteers? Is there any training?
- What tasks will you perform? Alone or as part of a team?
- Are there any associated costs? If so, will they be refunded?
- How much time do I need?
Worried about networking at volunteer fairs? Try these pro tips
- Research the organization you’re interested in ahead of time so you can prepare your questions in advance.
- Prepare an “elevator pitch” to introduce yourself.
- Listen carefully, ask questions that show interest, and bring a notebook or use your cell phone to take notes.
- make a good first impression — Be confident, positive, and honest. Remember to make eye contact, smile and stand up straight.
- Please follow up if you spoke with a representative.
Highlight your volunteer experience on your resume
- Create a “Volunteer Experience” section in . resume Also include a performance report highlighting what skills were used, how they were used, and the purpose of the task.
- You can also list your volunteer work under “Hobbies and Interests” or “Extracurricular Activities.”
- make a reservation resume review Meet with a Career Advancement Services career advisor to get advice on how to make the most of your volunteer experience. resume.
See you at the fair!
📅 SAIT’s Community Volunteer Fair
Thursday, January 25th, 10am-3pm
Eileen Lewis Atrium, Stan Grad Center
Welcome SAIT students, employees, and alumni
Register now
