Helpful Hints
I heard about the Jean Donovan Summer Fellowship, and I want to have a community-based learning experience this summer, but
how do I find which program is best for me? If you don't have a program in mind, there are many resources that can help you. But before you start looking, try to determine:
- What you would like to do
- What age group or whom you would like to work with
- Where you might like to work
- How much time you would be able to commit to volunteering
- How much money you are willing to spend and if you can afford to do a volunteer program with no monetary gain
Once you've answered these questions, there a many places you can go to find a program that matches your interests: Talk to family, friends and professors. They might know of a great program or someone to get in touch with that could give you more information.
Other Resources:
- Look through the CONNECTIONS 2008, which is a directory of national and international programs.
- Look through RESPONSE, which is an on-line directory of faith-based national and international volunteer opportunities.
- There are many different programs that like students to work with them for a few weeks or months during the summer.
Try the following websites:
When you come to a roadblock, keep searching and talking with people are what your interests are and your desire to have a community-based experience!
Remember to be aware of:
- The age requirements because some programs are only for persons 21 and over.
- The length of the commitment because some programs require a year commitment or longer.
- The deadlines for applying to the program and the actual dates of the program because some start before we get out of school.
- Be as specific as possible when searching for a program because it will narrow your choices and make it a lot easier.
A couple of other things to keep in mind:
If you find a program that you might be interested in, check to see if we have any information about it and if not, e-mail the program to have the information sent!
You should start working on a resume because many programs will require one. Career Services has walk-in appointments available that will help you with your resume and they are FREE!
Spread the word about the Jean Donovan Summer Fellowship to all your friends!
Don't hesitate to contact Valerie Sarma at the Ignatian Center, Sobrato #105 or Laurie Laird at the Ignatian Center, Room #30.
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