Five Ways To Get A Job That Fits Your Schedule
Finding employment in this economy can be stressful; however, there are some ways to find work. Link Educational Institute will be discussing different options to help the student find a job that will fit their school schedule.
Five Ways to Get a Job that Fits Your School Schedule
Getting a job can be hard enough, but add in a college schedule and things can be even more difficult. Between the classes themselves, homework and studying, time can be tight. However, even in a market that seems tough, there are ways even the busiest student can get work. Use this advice from Link Educational Institute to make it happen.
More Than an Application
You send off 20 applications and custom cover letters in one day and then hear back from four if you’re lucky. One of the problems here is not going in person to put a face and personality to your résumé. It’s important to not stop filling out online forms. Do a bit of research before you show up, however. You want to dress in a way that those working for the company dress, so you look like you’re a match. You also really do need to try and send off as many résumés as possible. If you feel you lack qualifications, use any experience you have. If you have completed important school projects on time and with success, list that. Do you have any experience working with a team, or being a team leader? Delineate this with as much detail as possible.
Start With The Campus
It’s easier to get to your classes if you’re already on campus, and you may be given priority as a student. Another plus is that there should be options, many of which will make excellent references later on. Almost every college campus has a café or coffee shop of some sort and most barista positions come with training. You could be a mail attendant or deliverer, or even get a coveted spot working in the library. If you have a good social media following, you might be considered as an ambassador for various companies looking for a presence on your campus. Good grades? Try tutoring, either through the school or privately.
Enter the Side Gig Arena
The key to side gigs is flexibility. The main appeal here is that they allow you to craft your work schedule around your college courses. Things such as dog walking also pay above minimum wage as well and can be lucrative as you build your business. Think about the services you can provide such as babysitting or nannying pet sitting, portrait photography, or something of the like to bring in some revenue.
If you do begin your own entrepreneurial venture, make sure you tend to some business essentials. You should create a business plan, just like any other business would do. It’ll help you sort your goals and figure out how to reach them, plus if you need seed money or want to attract investors, it can play an important role.
Look Locally
There may be many entry-level positions around your town, some of which might not be advertised online. Look at any stores that may have a sales associate position open such as clothing, books, or other retail. If you’re athletic or have a passion for fitness, you might be able to get work at a local gym, yoga studio, or something similar. If you are comfortable multitasking and like a fast-paced environment, being a server at a restaurant, or café is a good way to earn an income.
Work Online
One way to work with your schedule and not worry about getting to work is to have a job online. Play to your experience and expertise. If you know social media, market yourself as a social media manager. If you like the idea of tutoring, but want even more flexibility, try working online. For a position that requires little experience, try data entry. You might even start a blog about an interest of yours and -- with advertising or sponsored posts -- earn a residual income. It does take a bit of promoting, so make sure you can invest time.
Similarly, you could opt to take your college classes online. You’ll cut out the time it takes to commute to and from school, and even if you snag a job with odd working hours, you’ll be able to get your coursework done with a program that allows you to work at your own pace. For instance, WGU offers an online IT degree program that doesn’t require you to log in for a class at any certain time. Whether you want to focus on your studies in the morning before heading to work or after you come home for the day, you’ll have the freedom to get your degree at whatever schedule works for you!
Apply as much as you can, look around your city, or even come up with your own side gig. There are options that can work for just about everyone, no matter your experience level.
