Tom Hadley, director of policy and professional services at the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), said that feedback from businesses has revealed that job applicants often need crucial work experience.
He suggested that many people lack confidence and the understanding of a workplace environment, which can be a challenge when applying for jobs.
'It might even be the case that the volunteer work for the Olympics will help people. It's giving access, you're involved, you get into the habit of contributing and it helps to develop some basic skills like working as a team and communication skills,' he said.
Mr Hadley said volunteer work, such as that undertaken for the Olympic Games, can give people new experiences that they can take to their next role.
The Des Moines Register added that volunteer work can help a job applicant's CV stand out from the crowd.
He suggested that many people lack confidence and the understanding of a workplace environment, which can be a challenge when applying for jobs.
'It might even be the case that the volunteer work for the Olympics will help people. It's giving access, you're involved, you get into the habit of contributing and it helps to develop some basic skills like working as a team and communication skills,' he said.
Mr Hadley said volunteer work, such as that undertaken for the Olympic Games, can give people new experiences that they can take to their next role.
The Des Moines Register added that volunteer work can help a job applicant's CV stand out from the crowd.
