Jobs That Serve the Community

On April 21, 2009, President Obama signed the Edward Kennedy Serve America Act to increase volunteer and community service opportunities for every American. Young Americans, according to some in the service field, are especially poised to accept this responsibility. "Generation Y's dedication to service is the greatest of any generation since ... those who came of age late in the Depression and fought the Second World War," says Steven Rothberg, President and Founder of CollegeRecruiter.com. Whether you are about to graduate from college, or have had a few years of working experience, here are some opportunities to explore.