Non-profit organizations work for the benefit of society while using their profits to further their goals. While some non-profits are volunteer-based, many organizations hire full-time employees to fill a variety of roles in research, education, finance, fundraising, public relations, policy, and more. Job opportunities typically depend on the type and size of the non-profit, which could range from a large, international environmental organization to a small, local social justice organization. Scientific non-profits include professional associations, advocacy groups and think tanks, research institutes, and educational organizations like museums. With the multitude of jobs in the non-profit sector, you can leverage your geoscience skills in a variety of roles to benefit society.
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