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Read on for information on how to choose an ethical career.
To find out about internships at Oxfam, have a look at the Oxfam Internship Scheme.
Thinking about careers is something that comes to all of us eventually, no matter how long we try and put it off. And it can seem pretty confusing when you finally sit down and ponder: “What do I want to do with the rest of my life then?”
First off, you need to think about your priorities. It could be that your main drive is for a high salary, and you’ll only consider a well-paid job as a final career. Increasingly, though, people are also considering the rewards of an ethical career, where the emphasis is less on income than on social responsibility and a warm feel-good glow.
Peanuts or big bucks?
That said, an ethical career doesn’t automatically mean you’re going to get paid peanuts. Sure, you’ll never be on big bucks like the city slickers, but the public sector and larger charities are now just as keen as the corporations to get the good graduates, and they’re offering competitive salaries to match.
But even if you think that an ethical career is for you, the number of options can be confusing, and career entry difficult. Does an ‘ethical job’ just mean working for a charity? How do you find out what career possibilities exist? Is it best to volunteer or look for jobs straight away?
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There’s a new book that can answer all these questions for you.
JustWork, the Ethical Careers Guide, is a new handbook on careers with a conscience, packed with features, interviews, case studies and 30 career profiles of real people doing real ethical jobs.
JustWork also features a unique ‘Purple Pages’ directory of organisations offering volunteering and work experience. To find out more, or order a copy for £6.99 with FREE P&P, go to www.ethicalcareersguide.co.uk
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