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Nonprofits & Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs)

​​​Professions in Nonprofits & Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) are for those passionate about humanitarian causes and building equity. The roles available in these sectors are diverse and can cater to various interests and skills. You might be interested in working for a nonprofit organization or a 501(c)(3) organization if you find working within one of the following five types of places to be of interest: Charitable Organizations, Cultural Organizations (if you're interested, please see Museums and Cultural Institutions), Religious Organizations, Private Foundations, and Political Organizations. Consider exploring this area if you are intrigued by making a difference, primarily on a local or community-based level (domestic or international), and if you seek a career that can bring you personal fulfillment and a sense of purpose.

Nonprofits and Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs)​ Resources: 

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Below is a sample list of entry points for students interested in working in Nonprofits and non-governmental Organizations (NGOs). Students should target internships that expose them to different job functions within foundations, charitable organizations, and nonprofit organizations, including outreach, engagement, development, programming, and fundraising. ​

DePaul Graduate Programs:

Nonprofit Management (MNM)​
  • The Master of Nonprofit Management (MNM) will prepare you for a leadership position in the nonprofit world, or even ready you to start your own nonprofit organization. DePaul’s MNM degree is designed specifically to correspond with the curriculum goals of the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council.​​

Internships:

  • Fundraising Intern
  • Events Intern
  • Program Development Intern 
  • Outreach Intern 
  • Engagement Intern

Post-Grad Entry Points:

  • Fundraising Professional
  • Gifts & Donor Relations Professional
  • Event Coordinator 
  • Volunteer Coordinator 
  • ​Programming Coordinator
  • Community Engagement Coordinator
  • Grant Writer
  • Corporate Partnership Manager 

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