The phrase ‘student volunteer’ immediately conjures up images of globe-trotting, philanthropic backpackers. But if it’s something new, challenging and rewarding you’re looking for, you needn’t go so far as another country. Why not consider volunteering closer to home?

It’s often said that LinkedIn is 'Facebook for jobs'. While the adding contacts, posting updates and liking others’ content is very reminiscent of the social media leviathan's format, LinkedIn has more to offer.

For many, this is a month filled with social engagements and lie-ins, neglecting the mountain of work that awaits in January. However, as the saying goes, 'Netflix doth butter no parsnips.'