Whether getting a part-time job is a must for you to afford school, or whether you're just looking for some extra spending money, campus jobs are an incredibly convenient way to earn cash. The on-campus aspect of these jobs means you won't have to waste time or money travelling and your schedule can therefore be that much more flexible.
Some Common Campus Jobs:
The Library
Library jobs work well for students for a number of reasons. First, the hours tend to be pretty flexible and the tasks menial. Students usually shelve books, man the circulation desk, or help other students find books. And since there is such a large number of shifts available, many students are hired.
Office Jobs
If you need to earn a lot of money, office work is perfect for you because of the long shifts. Academic departments and administrative offices hire students to type, file, answer phones, and run errands. But are you earning what you're worth? If you have computer knowledge and your office requires extensive computer skills, you should consult your manager about a promotion and a raise.
Lab Jobs
If you are interested in the world of science, taking a lab job would be perfect for you. Chemistry, physics, and biology professors hire undergraduates to help them conduct research. Although you won't be splicing DNA, working for a professor in a lab can open many opportunities for you, including summer research and future academic projects.
Other Research Fields
Professors in all fields constantly hire students to help them find statistics, search through archives for important data, and proofread their papers. Working for professors is a great way to network, make connections, gain research experience, and pad your resume.
Campus Computing
If you know everything and anything there is to know about computers, become a computer assistant. CAs provide technical support to the less-computer-literate students. If you know HTML and are a self-starter, you could work independently designing web pages for academic departments. These types of jobs usually pay big money, so if you have the skills, go for it.
Off Campus Jobs
Although on-campus jobs may be more accustomed to working around students' schedule and be conveniently located, especially if you live on campus, don't be afraid to venture off campus in search of employment. Jobs in the "real world" can be an good option if they provide you experience in your proposed career field or one in which you'd simply like some exposure.
Do consider issues such as transportation to and from the place of business, attire (Will you have to invest in business clothing to work there, and is it worth it to you?), and scheduling/commitment (Inquire whether or not the off-campus employer allow you to adjust your schedule when your class schedulee changes, and find out what each of you expects regarding working during vacations.) Also,
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