Careers for the Common Good

What is a Career for the Common Good?

Careers for the Common Good (CCG) are socially responsible vocations, whose results benefit the greater good of society. Careers for the common good generally occur in the nonprofit and government sectors and tend to include an individuals personal core values. The CCG program at the University of Connecticut, a collaboration between Career Services, the Office of Community Outreach and the Human Rights Institute, provides resources and encourages students to explore career paths that positively affect the community and society at large. CCG includes an extensive web resource list that is separated into five categories: Post-Graduate Experiences, Career & Job, Graduate School, Professional Development and Civic Engagement.

Program	Post Graduate	Career/Job	Graduate School	Professional Development	Civic Organizations
1Bloc 1Bloc's goal is to provide information and opportunities in social enterprise and sustainability. 1Bloc focuses on jobs and internships in social enterprises, information on companies, and providing information to tons of young people interested in driving social change through their career. http://www.1bloc.com
Arizona State University - School of Justice & Social Inquiry The School of Justice & Social Inquiry is concerned with the empirical study of justice and injustice in contemporary societies. We are interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary, with a tradition of strong ties with other units in law, the social sciences and humanities. http://www.asu.edu/clas/justice/
Brainbridge Graduate Institute Bainbridge Graduate Institute (BGI) offers both an MBA in Sustainable Business and a Certificate in Sustainable Business. In both programs, students work with distinguished faculty from top business schools to master proven sustainability practices. Our Mission is to prepare diverse leaders to build enterprises that are economically successful, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable. http://www.bgiedu.org
Brandeis University - The Heller School for Socail Policy and Management Since its founding as Brandeis University's first professional school in 1959, The Heller School has been committed to developing new knowledge and insights in the field of social policy and in health and human services management. As a graduate school and research institution, The Heller School has pioneered in a variety of policy areas including health; mental health; substance abuse; children, youth, and families; aging; international and community development; mental retardation and developmental disabilities; poverty and hunger; and work and inequalities. Programs include Ph.D., M.A., M.S. and MBA. http://www.heller.brandeis.edu
Derechos Human Rights Derechos Human Rights works for the respect and promotion of human rights throughout the world. Our work includes the socialization of human rights related information and analysis through the internet and other media, the promotion of prosecutions of human rights violators and the support of local human rights NGOs and activists. Includes great page of links to other human rights websites and a page of graduate programs that focus on human rights (go to links - education - graduate programs). http://www.derechos.org
Graduate Guide Established in 1970, Graduate School Guide is a convenient reference tool for college students to quickly locate schools offering the programs they want. More than 1,000 colleges and universities use Graduate School Guide to help their students with a genuine interest in postgraduate study. QUICK FACTS: What’s in a Graduate School Guide? Listings for colleges and universities that offer a Masters, Doctoral or Professional Degree Program; Information includes course offerings, tuition, graduate admissions contact, email and web addresses; Comprehensive Financial Aid info including tuition tax credits, grants, loans and work study; Cross reference section of majors; Graduate Test Dates; Student Response Cards. http://www.graduateguide.com
Idealist Action Without Borders connects people, organizations, and resources to help build a world where all people can live free and dignified lives. Action Without Borders is independent of any government, political ideology, or religious creed. Idealist.org includes: job, volunteer and internship search engines; opportunities to join online communities and participate in online message boards; resources for volunteering, careers and nonprofits; information about graduate school fairs, non profit fairs and international service opportunities. Also has an Idealist on Campus resources connecting students and administrators on college campuses. http://www.idealist.org
Kansas State University - College of Architecture Planning & Design - The Master of Regional and Community Planning (MRCP) is internationally recognized for its approach to rural, small town, and community based planning, design, development, and preservation. Students may choose an area of specialization in Community Planning and Development, Regional Resource Planning and Management, or create an area of specialization unique to individual interests. The Master of Arts in Environmental Planning and Management (MA) is attractive to individuals seeking an advanced degree while continuing to work professionally, and for those who seek continuing education in the current skills and knowledge of planning. http://capd.ksu.edu/prospective-students/graduate-degree-programs/master-of-regional-and-community-planning/
Nonprofit Academic Centers Council (NACC) The Nonprofit Academic Centers Council (NACC) is a membership association comprised of academic centers or programs at accredited colleges and universities that focus on the study of nonprofit organizations, voluntarism and/or philanthropy. Established in 1991, NACC is the first group entirely dedicated to the promotion and networking of centers that provide research and education in philanthropy and the nonprofit sector. Includes list of institutions and centers on member campuses (great graduate program links). http://www.naccouncil.org
Peace Corps Grad School Options Peace Corps or graduate school? Two unique programs offer the best of both worlds. Peace Corps has established partnerships with colleges and universities across the United States that offer academic credit and financial incentives to Volunteers during or after Peace Corps service. Master's International allows you to incorporate Peace Corps service into a master's degree program at more than 40 colleges and universities. And our Fellows/USA program offers returned Volunteers scholarships or reduced tuition at more than 30 participating schools. http://www.peacecorps.gov/index.cfm?shell=resources.grads
Raise Your Voice Campaign Welcome to the Raise Your Voice Campaign, an initiative of Campus Compact that has connected over 300,000 students across the country on over 450 campuses to support student civic engagement and address public issues crucial to our democracy. This site is dedicated to connecting, challenging, and supporting college and university students in community work, activism, leadership, and civic growth. Here you will find practical information, ideas, and resources, as well as a forum for sharing ideas. This campaign has a clear message: Change starts with you. Act today to create the world you want to live in tomorrow. http://www.actionforchange.org
School for International Training The mission of the School for International Training is to prepare students to be interculturally effective leaders, professionals, and citizens. In so doing, SIT fosters a worldwide network of individuals and organizations committed to responsible global citizenship. SIT fulfills this mission with field-based academic study abroad programs for undergraduates and degree and certificate programs for graduates and professionals http://www.sit.edu
UMass Boston The College of Public and Communtiy Service The College of Public and Community Service is a college for people who are seeking to make a difference – in their own lives and in the lives of others. CPCS provides an empowering and effective education to people who are committed to working for social justice, and who want to promote positive development in their communities. http://www.cpcs.umb.edu
Vanderbilt Peabody College - Human and Organizational Development The Department of Human and Organizational Development is an interdisciplinary group of faculty offering several degree programs that share a focus on human behavior and well-being in organizational and community contexts: Master's in Human Development Counseling with specializations in Community Counseling and School Counseling (K-12); Master's in Community Development Action; Doctorate in Community Research and Action http://peabody.vanderbilt.edu/hod/graduate_programs.htm
Venture Consortium The Venture Consortium, a group of selective, private liberal arts colleges and universities, is dedicated to the development of innovative programs to complement the liberal arts curriculum. Includes: Exploring Options is an interactive website that can help you connect your interests with some of the many opportunities available. The Engaged Life Listserv is a weekly digest that highlights some of the many job/internship leads, events, articles, fellowships, and other opportunities that can allow you to reflect on and act on your convictions. Public Interest Work Resource Guide is a printable guide that contains books, listservs/websites, and events that can help you find opportunities in socially responsible work. http://www.theventureconsortium.org