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Tools and Resources for Social-Impact Professionals Like You

From professional development and career advice, to ideas for taking action in your community, we’re here to help you on your social-impact journey.

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Customize Your Idealist Job Search

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Remote Opportunities

Filter available job, volunteer, and internship listings to exclusively show remote-only opportunities.

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Employment Profiles

Finish your profile, adjust privacy settings, and save listings with your personalized Idealist dashboard.

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Email Alerts

Sign up for daily emails featuring opportunities that match your interests and professional goals.

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Nonprofit Salary Explorer

Negotiate With Confidence

The Nonprofit Salary Explorer is open to anyone who has worked at a U.S.-based nonprofit within the last three years.

Find out what you need to know before you negotiate your salary, switch roles, or relocate to a new city.

Resources to Aid You on Your Career Path

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Three or Four Things Newsletter

A monthly email designed to guide you through any stage of your career.

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Designing Your Dream Career

Land your dream job or progress at your current organization with our free virtual course.

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Resume Roadmap

Build your perfect resume with our tips and resources.


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Career Advice: A Blog for Social-Impact Professionals

1,700+ articles to help you develop your career, covering categories such as:

Explore Grad Programs on Idealist

Idealist's Graduate Program Directory houses the world's advanced degree and certificate programs aimed at building a better world.

Resources for Prospective Grad Students

From advice on applications and financial aid to outlining grad school alternatives, the Grad Resources blog has everything you need to pursue continuing education.

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Idealist Action Incubator

Join a Community of Changemakers

The Idealist Action Incubator is a free, seven-week virtual program offering one-on-one guidance and community support as you move your good idea into action.