Full Time Volunteering and Careers - Kirsty's Story

After graduating from university with a degree in Environmental Biology, Kirsty Abbot found it hard to get a job. She had the right qualifications but found that employers were looking for practical experience as well.

She came to CSV looking for opportunities to volunteer and gain the experience she needed. We found her a volunteering placement with the Eco Schools project in Edinburgh. 

This is her story, introduced by TV presenter Kate Humble... 

This film is part of 'UK Youth Volunteers' a BBC Video Nation season produced by BBC Connect and Create in partnership with CSV, The Community Channel and Volunteering England.