Many people ask if doing volunteer work will help their future job prospects. The truth is it depends on the job you are going for. If you have done volunteer work before you may find that there are more job opportunities open to you especially if you have gained experience in a number of different areas.

Often with volunteer work you may not get paid but may receive free meals or even accommodation allowing you to be able to do it without worrying too much about money.

Gaining as much experience as possible is always a good idea and will also give you the chance to find out what type of job you may want to apply for. Volunteer work can sometimes mean that you get to travel and work in other parts of the world and make new friends. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to learn about new cultures and how other people live.