You can gain valuable experience from student leadership opportunities.
Being a student leader will show potential employers that you're proactive about gaining life skills while studying.
Clubs
Joining a club related to your interests or chosen degree has its benefits:
Learning new skills
Making new friends
Expanding your professional network
Gaining leadership experience
Clubs have a small group of leaders that manage club operations. Apply for one after you've been a member for a while and learned how things work.
In the meantime, volunteer to lead a club project or plan a social event to gain leadership experience and meet other club members.
Volunteer
Find a cause or organization that you're passionate about, and volunteer your time and skills.
Local non-profits, fundraising events at your school, or club committees are good places to start.
You don't need a formal leadership role to gain experience. Showing initiative and helping coordinate work with peers counts!
Student Job
Even as a student, you'll already have transferable skills for some entry-level jobs.
Student jobs often offer training and opportunities to gain leadership experience.
Look for opportunities where you can lead a project or committee to gain experience.
Student Government
If you want a more formal leadership opportunity, look into your school's student government association.
You'll have different roles to choose from, and you'll get to help improve the student experience.
Take Action
Be a leader!
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