Top 7 Reasons to Volunteer For MuggleNet

Want to know why you'll enjoy volunteering for the #1 Harry Potter fansite in the world? Check out our favorite reasons why we enjoy the work we do:

1. You'll make life-long friends

It's okay, you can admit it to us. Maybe you don't have as many Harry Potter friends as you would like. What's a Harry Potter friend? Someone you can share your passion for Potter with. Someone you can become best friends with (yes it's possible - most of us made best friends through MuggleNet). When volunteering for us, you'll meet fellow staff members who love Potter just as much as you do, and it forms amazing friendships you'll keep forever.

2. This stuff is great resume material

MuggleNet has made its fair share of contributions to that all important piece of paper, from college admissions to work applications. What you do on MuggleNet will most certainly boost your resume and benefit you in the future. Plus, trying to find out what House your potential boss is in makes for great interview discussion.

3. Your work will be seen by millions of people each year

Want to feel the international power of Potter? Reach fans in China or interact with those in South Africa? With millions of Muggles per year visiting our site, your name and work will catch the eyes of countless people across the globe. We've heard a few news outlets read our site as well.

4. Guaranteed protection from the Dark Lord

Need we say more? If you're a Harry Potter fan, you know the dangers presented by Lord Voldemort and his followers. MuggleNet promises to shield you from such perils. If you however choose to wander into the realm of dark magic, we are not legally responsible for the outcome and refuse to post bail for your inevitable trip to Azkaban.

5. Cover events for MuggleNet in your area

You never know when a Harry Potter event will happen in your neck of the woods. From premieres to book releases (yes, we anticipate more) to conventions, you can be the on-site source reporting live or recapping your experience for the millions of Potter fans around the world. These events are not only a lot of fun, but great networking opportunities.

6. You can do work in your pajamas. Or naked. We don't judge.

It doesn't get much easier than rolling out of bed (or sometimes staying in it), grabbing your laptop and logging on to the Web. You don't have to shower, brush your teeth or comb your hair. Just ask Emerson. If you really feel inclined to put on a suit and tie so people think you're trading stocks or crunching numbers, we'll learn to live with it, but mock you constantly.

7. Great opportunity for personal growth

MuggleNet gives you the chance to grow and tap your endless pool of potential. You'll be involved in numerous projects regardless of your position, and your input and knowledge is an essential contribution to the overall success of the site. Whether coding, creating graphics, or posting news is your primary responsibility, you're guaranteed to get a taste of it all. Oh, and you're allowed to make mistakes from time to time, we promise not to use the Cruciatus Curse.


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