Why Volunteering is a Game-Changer for your Career with Joan DiPiero

Volunteering isn’t just about giving back—it’s a powerful way to gain valuable skills, build your network, and boost your career prospects. In this episode, Rebecca interviews Joan DiPiero, Community Engagement Coordinator, and we explore how college students can leverage volunteer experiences to stand out in job applications, make meaningful connections, and discover new career opportunities. Michelle starts the episode by sharing how to use LinkedIn to search for volunteer opportunities. 

Topic #1 (Resources): 

Michelle starts off the episode by discussing how you can use LinkedIn to find volunteer opportunities, such as utilizing the Company tab and the Open To tab. 

Topic #2 (Main Topic): 

Rebecca interviews Joan DiPiero, Community Engagement Coordinator for College of DuPage, about volunteering and the impact it can have on your career path. 

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