Volunteer work is a great way to beef up your resume, network and use to get into a school. I used my time working for BL to help me get into grad school. Volunteering sounds like a great idea for you though cyb, as boredom is probably the most challenging part of early recovery.
What kind of volunteering were you thinking of? I know a lot of people who have really benefited from volunteering at no-kill animal shelters. Libraries are great to volunteer at, as are hospice and elder care units. Hospitals are always in need of volunteers, as are elementary and high schools. Community organizations are also a great place to look into, as are mental health service provides and needle exchanges.
What kind of stuff do you think you’ll want to study at school or do for a career? I’d try to look into options or volunteering in the fields you’re most interested in. One of the nice things about volunteering is that you have a lot of options and can find stuff in pretty much any field. It is a great way to network and make professional connections. A lot of places prefer to hire volunteers when there is a new position that opens up.
Keep your head up OP! You’re doing great