Benefits of Having a Part-Time Job at University – Sophie-Anne Bradley from Student Job
Having a part-time job alongside your studies is a great way to earn some extra money as well as gaining some valuable experience. There are many options available to students, from working in the student union to a local shop in the city centre; there are plenty of part-time roles out there. Read on to discover the benefits of having a part-time job whilst at university!
Earn extra money
One of the primary reasons that students decide to take on a part-time job is to earn some extra cash. This additional income will help you pay for nights out with your friends, going shopping or you may decide to save it for a bigger investment in the future.
Going out and working for your money will make you appreciate the importance of it and will give you a sense of accomplishment from earning it, and because of this you will learn valuable money management skills
Enhance your CV
You will gain valuable experience from a part-time job that you will be able to include on your CV, something that will make you more attractive to employers in the future. You will learn valuable skills such as time management, team work, problem solving, leadership and many more.
Meet new people
A part-time job allows you to meet new people outside of your university and gives you a chance to expand your social circle. Also, the manager of your part time job, if you impress them, will give you a reference; something which will benefit you greatly when applying for graduate jobs. If you perform really well in this job role, you may also have the opportunity to hired by the same company in the future.
Forming these professional relationships and networking within an industry are skills that you will come to find very helpful in the world of work.
Increased self-confidence
Having a part-time job will give you a sense of responsibility and will give you a greater level of independence. These are important skills that employers look for, so when the time to graduate comes around you will already be experienced in these areas. As many part time student jobs are usually customer facing environments your level of confidence is likely to increase a lot, as will your communication skills.
Effective use of your free time
Many argue that having a part-time job whilst you are at university can be detrimental towards your studies, however it is how you manage your time that will influence this. It is recommended that working 10-12 hours per week is manageable to fit in around your timetable, and of course during the holidays this can be extended to more. While it can be a commitment to stick to a part-time job whilst you are at university it is worth it if it is extra money and experience that you are after.
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