Cardiff Met student, Connor, tells us what he gained from his volunteering experience.
Cardiff Met student, Connor, tells us what he gained from his volunteering experience.
Volunteering for me is always a great conversation starter in job interviews, employers saw that I had volunteered and always ask me questions on what I did. I first started volunteering when I was at college where I volunteered for the Acorns Children’s Hospice. My role was Pool Spotter in their hydrotherapy pool where I effectively acted as a life guard for the children when they were receiving treatment in the pool. By volunteering, I was able to gain experience and show that I am hardworking and committed. After a while, the Hospice then offered me a part time paid job where I worked alongside the Bank Nursing staff.
Volunteering allowed me to add skills to my CV, for instance, communication and organisation. It also made my CV stand out as it showed I was able to give up some of my time to support a good cause.
UMAX advertises a variety of internal, external, one-off and on-going opportunities for you to get involved in. I would definitely recommend having a look at what volunteer opportunities are available as it is rewarding, looks good on your CV and is a great way to meet new people. You can develop transferable skills and gain experience that will make you stand out from other graduates.
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