In our first episode of SHIFT, we chat with Raaj Chatterjee, Mechatronics Grad Student, CEO and Founder of the fast-growing social venture, Meaningful Work. Connecting skilled volunteers with impactful non-profits, Meaningful Work is bridging the gap for students and alumni wanting to solve real challenges in their communities. If you’re looking to volunteer or want to learn about SFU resources for entrepreneurs – this one’s for you!

SHIFT is an Instagram Live series @sfucentral with actionable career and job search tips to help you become future-ready. Follow us @sfu.career for episode updates!

Show Notes: 

0:46 How to Volunteer for Meaningful Work

5:15 Best places for SFU students to find volunteer opportunities

9:02 Raaj’s entrepreneurship journey

12:43 Coast Capital Savings Venture Connection Incubator Program

14:15 Resources to fund and grow your start-up.

SFU Career and Volunteer Services respectfully acknowledges the Musqueam, Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside.

Originally published on the SFU Career and Volunteer Services Youtube on November 10th, 2020.