For a student, working while studying is an opportunity to learn new skills and have a first contact with the world of work.
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Studying and working are often considered as two very separate entities, which presuppose the to devote oneself exclusively to one or the other of these two activities. In fact, it is possible (sometimes necessary!) to work while studying, and even the opposite: to study while working.
One thing is certain: if you want to work as a student, the primary thing to think about is have a properly done student CV ready, to be forwarded quickly to the potential employer, because we will most likely have several…competitors.
what types of work can a student be proposed?
Jobs to do at home
Technology offers students the possibility of working from home: all you need is a good Internet connection and the desire to put one's talents into play. It also allows you to find a good work-study balance without having to travel from your home to get to your place of work.
What jobs are available for a student who wants to work from home?
There are many possibilities; let's see some:
- Private lessons
Private lessons are very advantageous, not only for those who give them, but also for those who need them. Students are in the middle of their school career and therefore have fresh knowledge and quick memory on the topics they would like to teach.
You can also take advantage of the help offered by the network, which offers the possibility of using platforms for teaching online specifically structured for teaching. After enrollment, you are free to choose the subjects and rates you want for the lessons, which you can organize as you wish.
- Telephone surveys
Here too, there are specialized web solutions for online surveys, where you can sign up to participate and be paid. Deciding to work as a pollster has many advantages because it is a very flexible activity, in terms of time to dedicate and at what time of day: in practice you can work when you want and there are no constraints in terms of working hours.
Other advantages of this type of work are the possibility to test the products subject of the survey. Surveys often concern computer applications, the kind we use on a daily basis, and it is therefore a way to improve the products that are part of our lives everyday and…earn!
- Virtual assistant
This is a fairly recent type of work, which arises from the need to combine the need to have a personal assistant with that of saving money. A personal assistant has much higher costs than the rates of a virtual one. Often online you can find job offers for this position, which offers the possibility of being in contact with different people who need support to manage their work schedule and also keep in touch with customers.
- Web designer
Those who study have certainly grown up with computers; if they are also passionate about them, they will probably have specific IT skills, which you can use to apply for a student job online.
For example, if you are good at HTML, CSS, JavaScript, you could offer your expertise as a web designer, and gain aexperience that could be useful for your future career, regardless of the educational path you are interested in.
Creating websites by taking care of text, images and creating an attractive interface for users is a very creative work which can give you a lot of satisfaction, as well as allowing you to pay for your studies and even your holidays!
Jobs to do during the summer
A summer job can be very stimulating because it usually takes place in very attractive environmental situations, and often even in holiday locations.
This type of experience allows you to begin to explore the world of work, to deepen the knowledge you already have, and to acquire new professional skills, whether they concern technical skills or relational skills (soft skills); in particular the latter will be very useful for any job you happen to do. Furthermore, in addition to obviously earning money, with this type of work it is possible to be in contact with many people and find new friends.
Volunteer work
Gaining experience and meeting people while helping the community is not only useful, but also noble. Avolunteer experience allows you to practice your skills and learn new skills. It is also useful as an example for others, because those who receive help will be more willing to offer it and this is a form of teaching that has a great moral value. The skills acquired during voluntary work can be useful throughout life, both at work and in private. It is also a great opportunity to meet many people with a positive attitude towards others, who can also be of help to you in your future work.
Article published on May 31, 2023 - 17:01 pm