Nearly 4 out of 5 college students have a job, with most spending almost 20 hours a week working along with attending classes. However, being a student and an employee can certainly be a strain, not to mention, competition for jobs on campuses can be fierce.<\/p>\n
Rob Wilson, CEO of Employco USA, says, \u201cMost college kids need to work in order to help pay the bills. However, it\u2019s a shame that so many get jobs that won\u2019t be helpful to their careers in the long run, or jobs that don\u2019t pay them fairly for their time.\u201d<\/p>\n
Here are Wilson\u2019s top tips for how college students can make the most of part-time work:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n 1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Think outside the quad. \u201cA job on campus might seem ideal,\u201d says Wilson, \u201cYou can be close to classes and see your friends. However, campus jobs don\u2019t generally pay well, and you will be competing with thousands of others kids. If you have transportation options, I suggest looking off campus.\u201d<\/p>\n 2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Don\u2019t just look for \u201cfun\u201d places to work. \u201cYes, being a barback at your favorite bar would be cool,\u201d says Wilson. \u201cBut it\u2019s not exactly going to impress any future employers down the road. Look for jobs that have cache in the field you want to break into, even if you have to start at the bottom, such as working in the mail room at your city newspaper if you want to be a journalist.\u201d<\/p>\n 3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Don\u2019t stop at the Campus Career Center. \u201cYour career center probably has some options for students looking for work,\u201d says Wilson, \u201cBut I think students should go even one step further. Find a temp agency that can help you look for part-time work. Not only will they help you find jobs, they can help you work on your resume and perfect your interview skills.\u201d<\/p>\n 4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Be professional. \u201cPeople sometimes hesitate to hire college students because they picture an Animal House personality,\u201d says Wilson. \u201cMake sure that you dress professionally (ditch the college uniform of jeans and pjs), and that your social media doesn\u2019t reflect poorly on you.\u00a0\u00a0Look at your TA\u2019s and grad students in your field. They dress the part and hence come off as more confident and capable.\u201d<\/p>\n 5)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Don\u2019t be afraid to intern. \u201cTaking a job for little or no pay can seem crazy,\u201d says Wilson, \u201cBut, trust me, it might be the smartest thing you can do for your future. Gaining real world experience and collecting valuable contacts will make a world of difference when you finally graduate.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Nearly 4 out of 5 college students have a job, with most spending almost 20 hours a week working along with attending classes. However, being a student and an employee can certainly be a strain, not to mention, competition for… <\/p>\n