Are you looking to do some volunteering to help develop your skills, gain experience, enhance your CV and support local organisations?
Students from any programme or level of study are invited to attend the Edge Hill University Volunteering Fair on Tuesday 4 November 11am to 2pm, at The Hub where you can meet a wide range of organisations from various sectors who have a variety of volunteering roles available for you to apply for to fit around your studies.
Here’s a quick breakdown to help you make the most of it:
What you will find at the Fair
- Flexible Volunteering Roles: Connect with organisations across various sectors offering opportunities that fit around your schedule.
- Open to All Students: Whether you’re an undergraduate or postgraduate, there’s something for everyone.
- Networking & Insights: Learn what it means to be a volunteer and how it can boost your skills, confidence, and career prospects alongside your degree.
How to prepare
- Do Your Research: Explore the attending organisations and the roles they offer.
- Update Your CV: Highlight your education, volunteering experience, and extracurricular activities.
- Book a Careers Appointment: Visit the Edge Hill University Careers page for tailored advice on how to prepare and what to expect. Careers | Edge Hill University
Why should I attend?
- Discover roles that match your interests.
- Chat directly with organisations about current opportunities.
- Get expert tips on applications and interviews.
- Access the Free Interview Clothing Scheme via the Student Life Team.
- Learn about the Extra Edge Awards and how volunteering can help you earn them.
LinkedIn Headshot Photography
Get a professional photo taken for your LinkedIn profile and receive guidance from the Careers Team on how to build or enhance your online presence
Who is going to be there on the day?
A wide range of volunteering organisations will be present, offering roles to suit diverse interests and schedules. Confirmed attendees include:
- Action Tutoring
- Barnardo’s
- British Red Cross
- Citizen Advice Wigan Borough
- Community Lives Matter
- Crisis Skylight Merseyside
- Edge Hill University Careers Team
- Edge Hill Media Production Team – LinkedIn Head Shot Photography
- Edge Hill University – Student Life Interview Clothing/Student Scholarships
- HARTS – Hospital Arts Programme
- Home Start – Trafford, Salford and Wigan
- Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
- Lancashire Constabulary – Volunteer Police Cadets
- Lancashire Volunteer Partnership
- Mary’s Meals
- Merseyside Offender Management Project
- My Life Legacy
- Southport & Formby Special Athletes
- St Joseph’s Hospice
- Swan Women’s Centre
- Spring North
- West Lancs CVS
- Wigan and Leigh Carers Centre
- Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre
Please note organisations may be subject to change on the day
Enquires
For any enquiries prior to this event, please contact The Employer Engagement Team by email: [email protected] or speak to a member of the Careers Team at Careers Corner based within the Catalyst Building between 11am – 3pm (11am – 1pm until October)