How to find, secure, and thrive in your first social impact job!
Second Day is opening up its Impact Fellowship workshops for the first time to anyone who is eager to build a social impact career, but has a lot of questions about how to make that happen. We also cover topics that are critical once you’re in that job, internship, or volunteer role to ensure that you are growing and showing up as authentically as possible.
Check out our calendar of events below! Please note that some of these events have a limited number of slots because they are highly interactive, so a smaller group works better.
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March 14 @ 5 pm EST
Unlimited attendance
Free!
How to give (and receive) feedback more effectively.
"Feedback."
"Constructive criticism."
"How can I do better?"
If these are phrases that make you anxious, then this is the session for you. We'll talk about how you can both give and receive feedback in a more productive way. This is important, because 70% of how professional growth happens through mentorship!
March 22 @ 10 am EST
Unlimited attendance
Free!
The complex relationship between money and social change.
If you’re reading this, chances are people have told you that you can’t make money working in social impact. Making a living and making a difference aren't easy. We'll share five different models that have worked for people trying to navigate this tension and help you think through what might work for you.
March 31 @ 1:30 pm EST
Limited attendance
Free!
What makes social impact cover letters different than traditional ones.
Spoiler alert: A strong social impact cover letter blends both your passion for the mission and your qualifications. We’ll share templates, best practices, and common pitfalls of writing cover letters for social impact jobs. The best part: Our approach can significantly reduce how much time you spend on a cover letter without sacrificing quality and storytelling!
April 4 @ 5 pm EST
Unlimited attendance
Free!
Why Change Dies: Unleashing Your Potential for Social Impact.
Second Day Co-Founder Phil Dearing wrote an incredible book called Why Change Dies! We'll talk through some key concepts from the book with a particular focus on helping you develop your own personal theory of change by the end of the session! - No limit on attendees
April 12 @ 7 pm EST
Limited attendance
Free!
You are qualified for the job. Here’s how to communicate that!
We often hear people say “I don’t have the exact experience this employer is looking for, but I think that I could do this job because I’ve worked on something similar.” We also generally hear the anxiety that “I don’t have any relevant work experience!” Chances are that you have more relevant experiences than you realize! In this workshop, we’ll take time to inventory past work experience and share best practices on how to communicate those skills across resumes, LinkedIn, and for interviews in particular. - Limited space!