At first, it just looks like a wasteland. A vast stretch of nothingness dotted with piles of debris—twisted metal, chunks of cement, and thousands of other everyday objects all smashed up and covered in brown mud. … learn more→

The average job hunter in the United States has a daunting task ahead. The unemployment rate has eased slightly over the past few months, but still stood at 9.1% as of July this year… read more … learn more→

“Not only does geothermal energy provide more jobs than conventional energy technologies, it also provides quality, long-term jobs.” That’s the view of the US-based Geothermal Energy Association, which released an in-depth report on job creation in the geothermal sector just last year, showing that geothermal creates and supports a “significant” number of new jobs when … learn more→

While solar power is still a long way from becoming the world’s dominant energy supply, there are plenty of companies out there working to establish a presence in this burgeoning industry. To find out more about the types of jobs available in solar power, and how to go about landing one, we spoke to employees … learn more→

An ordinary day as a social worker could see you take on tasks as extraordinary as counselling homeless youth, working with families in times of crisis, or running support groups for people dealing with long-term illnesses. While the field is extremely diverse, all social workers seem to have a few characteristics in common: they care … learn more→

Does the idea of two years’ volunteer work in a country like Senegal or Columbia sound terrifying or tantalising to you? If it’s the latter and you’re a US citizen over 18 years old, you can apply to volunteer with the Peace Corps for a hands-on role that’s sure to push you out of your … learn more→

To describe conservation as a broad field is something of an understatement. Consider the mission statement of the global organisation Conservation International: “We help communities, countries and societies protect tropical forests, lush grasslands, rivers, wetlands, abundant lakes and the sea.” A cursory glance at job listings related to conservation doesn’t refine our definition much further. … learn more→

When it comes to jobs aimed at making a positive difference in the world, it’s hard to go past the field of advocacy. One of 2010’s Nobel Peace Prize nominees was human rights advocate Dr Sima Samar – head of the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission – who attracted attention for her work promoting women’s … learn more→

If you’re looking for a job that incorporates your love of writing and offers the chance to make a difference at a non-profit, grant writing could be the perfect fit. While your audience will be relatively small, the impact of your writing could be huge, bringing in much-needed funds for your employers. … learn more→

The Gambia’s healthcare system is facing an energy crisis. One organisation – Power Up Gambia – is looking to solar energy to ease the strain. … learn more→