Launch Your Social-Impact Career on Idealist
Whether you’re a current student or recent graduate, Idealist can help you take the first steps toward launching a career with impact.
Job Search Resources
Social-Impact Resume Template
Use our Resume Roadmap to discover tips and resources for customizing your resume.
Designing Your Dream Career Course
Plan out steps for landing your dream career with our free email course.
Nonprofit Cover Letter Guide
Learn how to personalize your cover letter for every kind of nonprofit job.
Prepare for a career in social impact
Find out how an internship, volunteer opportunity, or even resources at your university can help you determine which career path to pursue.
Getting started in the sector
Before applying for a nonprofit job, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the terms, lingo, and types of organizations that are common in our sector. Here are some resources to help you get started:
Which nonprofit job should you pursue?
The social-impact sector offers a wide range of opportunities to grow useful skills, advance your career, and make a positive impact in the world. But with so many possibilities to consider, how can you know which nonprofit job is right for you?
How much money can you earn in a nonprofit job?
Explore nonprofit salaries, make informed decisions about your career, and learn how to negotiate salary before accepting a job:
Considering graduate school?
Deciding whether to pursue grad school depends on your unique goals, interests, and career path: