Students are encouraged to volunteer as it can be extremely rewarding and a great way to:

• meet new people
• gain new or use existing skills
• get experience
• make a big difference to your community

There are several organisations that offer volunteering opportunities.

VOSCA - lists latest volunteering jobs

Do-it is a database of UK volunteering opportunities. You can search more than a million volunteering opportunities by interest, activity or location and then apply online.

Charity Jobs - lists latest volunteering jobs within charities

Vinspired - Volunteering for 11-25 year olds

You can also contact Volunteering England, Volunteer Scotland, Volunteering Wales, Jersey Charities, Guernsey Charities or Volunteering Matters to find opportunities in your area.