Here are 9 reasons why internships and volunteering are beneficial for your animation career.
![The Benefits Of Internships And Volunteering In The Animation Industry](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/1-3-2-1024x1024.png)
1. You make a difference by helping others.
![You make a difference by helping others.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2-4-2-1024x1024.png)
2. You gain new skills and experience.
![You gain new skills and experience.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/3-4-2-1024x1024.png)
3. You practice and improve what you know.
![You practice and improve what you know.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/4-4-2-1024x1024.png)
4. You expand your network significantly.
![You expand your network significantly.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/5-4-2-1024x1024.png)
5. Either way, both can help you find a mentor.
![Either way, both can help you find a mentor.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/6-4-2-1024x1024.png)
6. Helping and sharing improves your attitude.
![Helping and sharing improves your attitude.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/7-3-1-1024x1024.png)
7. Both can boost your confidence.
![Both can boost your confidence.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/8-2-2-1024x1024.png)
8. Your self-awareness will improve.
![Your self-awareness will improve.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/9-1-2-1024x1024.png)
9. A chance to meet potential employers or clients and get hired for a job.
![A chance to meet potential employers or clients and get hired for a job.](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/10-1-2-1024x1024.png)
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