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Encore Careers. Idealist Idealist.org is well known on college campuses as one of the best places to go to find jobs, internships and volunteer opportunities in nonprofit and community organizations around the world. It is expanding its reach to offer online resources for those interested in mid-career changes and encore careers.

An introductory tour, Can You Imagine a Better World, lays out the Idealist's vision of connecting people with similar values, dreams and challenges and helping them to work together. The job-search engine lets you search through nearly 7,000 opportunities, from entry-level to management, and to quickly see the latest postings. When you create a profile on Idealist, you can receive daily email alerts with opportunities matching your criteria and connect with other people who share your interests, locally and around the world. A new season of career fairs, beginning this fall, will bring together nonprofit employers offering jobs, internships and volunteer opportunities.

Bridgestar. Part-Time Jobs for Seniors | Employment Spot. “Retirement jobs” – no, this is not an oxymoron. Many baby boomers and seniors are seeking out further employment after retirement. In particular, many are looking for part-time jobs for seniors. Some seniors need extra income or medical insurance, others are looking for personal satisfaction in doing something they enjoy, and some are simply bored and want something to do after retiring. Times are changing, and many people are working well beyond the traditional age of retirement.

Employers are now recognizing the hard work ethic and experience these seniors can bring to their company. Part-time jobs for seniors after retirement can do more than provide extra income to put towards that red sports car you have always wanted. Retail is great for part-time employment for seniors because it offers a flexible schedule, interaction with customers, and of course, extra income. What if I am too old? What you have that employers want: Here are some other great senior resources: AARP. SeniorsForJobs.com. Workforce50.com. Www.usa.gov ,Seniors. Retiredbrains.com. RetirementJobs.com. Jobs for Boomers and Seniors and the Over-50 Workforce.