Career Related Experience
Volunteer Opportunities
- Alexandria Volunteer Bureau
Information about volunteer opportunities in Alexandria. - Dynamy: Education in Action
Information about internships available for an alternative year to college directly after high school. - Habitat for Humanity International
Building homes in 50 states and 53 countries. - Idealist
The global clearinghouse of nonprofit and volunteering resources; includes searches for volunteer opportunities by category and location. - NAMES Project Foundation: AIDS Memorial Quilt
Help with displays, raise funds, or quilt a square. - Outward Bound
Information about the Outward Bound program and a listing of Outward Bound schools in the U.S. and Canada. - Peace Corps
"The toughest job you'll ever love!" - Points of Light Foundation
To engage more people more effectively in volunteer community service to help solve serious social problems. - Special Olympics
Provides volunteers for sports training and athletic competition in Olympic-type sports for people with mental disabilities. - Virginia Commission for National & Community Service
Links to volunteer opportunities throughout Virginia. - Volunteer Fairfax
Information on the volunteer opportunities available in Fairfax County for students and adults. - Volunteer Match
Non-profit organization which helps people get involved in their community. - Youth In Action Network
An interactive online service for youth and educators who want to participate in community service and social action projects.
Co-op and Internships
- Cooperative Education
Offers students high school credit and paid opportunities to enhance career-related skills learned in the classroom.
Clubs and Organizations
There are many clubs and organizations that offer career-related experiences. Please contact the club advisor to learn more. Some examples include: