6 Great Part-Time Jobs for International Students Studying in the US

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Are You Wondering Which Jobs Are Ideal for International Students Abroad? Read On. In our previous blogs, we highlighted great part-time jobs suitable for international students studying in the US or Canada; today’s blog explores six popular and in-demand part-time gigs UK Students Should Consider as Supplements; be sure to return next week when we highlight more exciting part-time gigs for Australian Studies Abroad!

*All information in this blog post comes from Indeed and should only be used as an informational source, and is in UK pounds.

Courtesy of the University of Surrey.

1. Administrator (£9.97/hour)

If you’re seeking experience in an office environment, then you may want to consider a part-time job as an administrator. In this role, you would be responsible for:

  • Taking phone calls
  • Greeting visitors
  • Sending emails
  • Filing documents
  • Managing diaries

An administrator role would provide you with an excellent opportunity to hone your time management, organizational, written and verbal communication skills – key skills which could ultimately pave the way to future successes in various administration roles across industries if this path continues to be explored.

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2. Call Centre Agent (£11.13/hour)
Are you a people person with great social skills? Call centre agents use their outstanding customer service abilities to manage inbound and outbound calls from both callers. Messages received include bill payments, support complaints, questions and more – making the job of being an agent challenging yet fulfilling! As one, your tasks would include:
  • Researching solutions
  • Processing orders, applications, and forms requested by customers
  • Identifying and escalating priority issues
  • Recording details of inquiries, complaints, comments, and actions taken
  • Completing call notes and call reports

This role offers flexible hours, making it perfect for international students looking to balance studies with work as well as having some fun in between!

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3. Housekeeper (£9.42/hour)
If you prefer staying active during your workday and prefer being on your feet rather than behind a desk all day, housekeeping could be an ideal part-time option for you. In this role, you would:
  • Sweep, vacuum, dust, and mop the living areas
  • Wipe down the counters, cabinet doors, appliances, and sinks in the kitchens
  • Clean the toilets, bathtubs, mirrors, and showers in the bathrooms
  • Wash, fold, and iron clothes
  • Clean interior windows
  • Change bed linens

If cleaning and organizing have always been one of your strengths, look into housekeeping and cleaning companies hiring in your new city.

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4. Private Tutor (£21.28/hour)
Private tutoring can be one of the highest-paying part-time jobs for international students, especially if you possess expertise in an area. As a tutor, your duties would include providing expert knowledge in various subjects as well as being reliable and adept at breaking down hard-to-grasp information into easily understandable components. As such, as part of this job role you would be responsible for:
  • Recognizing students’ individual learning needs
  • Working with students to enhance their skills in specific subjects
  • Preparing lessons and assigning and correcting homework
  • Evaluating students’ progress
  • Discussing the results with students or their parents
  • Preparing and correcting tests

If you aspire to becoming an educator or simply wish to pass along what knowledge you already possess, becoming a private tutor could be the path that’s right for you.

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5. Warehouse Operative (£10.08/hour)
If you’re somebody who doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty, then a part-time job as a warehouse operative should be on your radar. In this role, you would be responsible for the following duties:
  • Picking and packing stock for delivery
  • Loading products onto vehicles
  • Keeping count of stock levels

Not only do warehouse operatives have the perk of working flexible hours, but they can get away with skipping the gym now and then due to the physical demands of the job.

6. Barista (£9.47/hour)
Are You an Addict of Coffee? Would the prospect of working in an adorable coffee shop intrigue you? Not only are the atmosphere and aromas delightful; many coffee shops also employ students due to flexible scheduling requirements – so securing an open position should be relatively straightforward. As a Barista you would be responsible for:
  • Preparing and serving cold and hot drinks such as tea and coffee, as well as specialty and artisan beverages
  • Sanitizing and cleaning work utensils, areas, and equipment
  • Cleaning seating and service areas
  • Suggesting products to customers
  • Describing menu items
  • Serving customers and taking orders

As well as enjoying an enjoyable work environment, another advantage of working at a coffee shop is that many owners offer free or discounted beverages and treats for employees – though don’t take our word for it!

 

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