Where should I volunteer my computer skills?

Question

I am in the USA soon to receive a working permit, so I want to volunteer my services until then. I am currently volunteering at my local library and loving it, but I want to volunteer somewhere I can get a job after. I was thinking to volunteer in an organization where I can do programming/software/web design etc. and help solve software-related issues. I need your help with other places i can volunteer. Thanks.

Answer 1

If you're interested in eventually finding a paying position in the non-profit world, you might want to contact your local volunteer center. They have access to hundreds of different volunteer opportunities, and specialize in matching people with different diverse volunteer opportunities that meet real community needs. They can also try to find a volunteer project for you in which you can utilize your skills and talents.

Here's some links to help you find your volunteer center:
http://www.handsonnetwork.org/our-network/
http://www.pointsoflight.org/centers/find_center.cfm

You can also work in hospitals and healthcare organizations. Here's a directory for that:
http://www.ahd.com/
Check with the hospital volunteer offices, auxiliary office, community relations, or human resources for additional information.

Good luck!

Answer 2

u can work at yahoo with the computers and the emails and all of that stuff. u can also work at microsoft or try finding a big company u can work for that pays good.