Corporate Volunteering as a Current Phenomenon in Corporate Social Responsibility to Support the Career Development and Professional Skills of Employees during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study of the Slovak Republic

Abstract

This paper aims to determine the association between the frequency of participation in corporate volunteering activities as a part of corporate social responsibility and career growth, developing a relationship with colleagues, and developing new experiences and skills in the workplace using correspondence analysis. The total sample consists of 385 respondents. These data were obtained using an online questionnaire during the COVID-19 pandemic. We find that employees, who frequently participate in corporate volunteering activities, have better possibilities for career growth. In addition, they think that corporate volunteering contributes to better relationships among colleagues in the workplace. Finally, the results demonstrate that developing work experience and skills is associated with corporate volunteering. The main benefits of volunteering include gaining a good feeling from the help provided and increasing self-confidence in professional life. Employees prefer outdoor activities to help the environment within the green policy of many companies in the COVID-19 period.