Volunteers in aid programs can take six months to two years out of their lives to live and work within developing communities. But what happens when the journey is over?
Reintegrating into the professional workforce or switching careers can be a challenge — and also an opportunity — after an experience abroad.
At the inaugural conference of Australia’s returned volunteers in Melbourne on Dec. 3 and 4, Devex spoke with recruitment experts and developments professionals for their advice on making the most of your volunteer experience. Here are four takeaways from those conversations.