Considering Taking A Year Off? 

Not sure what to do after graduation or maybe you just need to explore further before you make long-term career decisions? You may want to consider a one- or two-year commitment to a service organization. Each will provide at least a small income and an opportunity to actively explore your interests. 

This link provides questions to ask yourself and to ask about the service program before joining.

http://www.cnvs.org/volunteers/questions_to_ask.php

This site lists many one- and two-year service opportunities in the United States and abroad with links to organizations such as Americorps, City Year, Peace Corps and Teach for America .

http://www.idealist.org/career/oneyearservice.html

This link lists a selection of one and two-year U.S. Fellowships in Public Service.

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