Teens and Volunteering?

Volunteering opportunities for teens?

• Well I'm a freshman in high school in Los Angeles, California. My high school requires community service hours and I also love volunteering and helping out so I was hoping that I could get suggestions on places that would be good for me to volunteer (any generals ideas would be great!) Just a little background: I think I want to pursue a business related major in college, not exactly sure which one yet, so any suggestions with businesses or organizations that need help in my area would be great! (or any ideas for internships) I love animals, and I have thought about working at the local shelter I was thinking about working at the hospital, but since I have no interest in the medical field I wasn't sure that would be the best choice for me I really enjoy talking to people and making connections I'm really good with kids I am fine with paperwork work and other jobs, I really don't have too many objections I would rather work for something that is continuous and steady, rather than just a one-time event. Thanks! Feedback appreciated :)

• Answer:

  I don't think you necessarily have to volunteer with something that is connected with exactly what you're looking to do later on in life, although that can't hurt. If you want something that's quick and easy that needs help then do a local search on any mission that helps homeless or less privileged people and that in itself would serve it's purpose. Mainly getting out of yourself and reaching out to help people. It's a character thing and that's what prospective employers look at. I'm not saying don't do anything related to what you want to do but it's not a big deal if you do some volunteer work for something unrelated and it's certainly beneficial.