Part Time Jobs : Introduction

It is always nice to have some extra cash at your disposal when you are in a college. Parents usually give limited cash supply so as to fulfill all the basic needs like rents, books etc. So how to get more money for all the branded clothes and movie tickets, parties with friends etc; well the answer that all of you have guessed by now in by the means of working part time.

There are many part time jobs available for the college students out there, if you can manage classes and studies along with your part time job then it is a very good way to earn early income. There are many benefits of such kind of jobs; first of all you don’t waste your time, secondly you can get the experience of applying for jobs and giving interviews that will surely help you later, third you can have all the luxuries of student life and many more.

Applying for Part Time Jobs

Applying for part time jobs is different than applying for full time jobs. You may not need professional resume and cover letter but you will require normal resume and there may be forms for you to fill up at companies asking various kinds of information like your college name, address, phone number, email id, working hours etc. You can find classifieds for part time jobs in your local newspapers, and on local job search websites.

To apply for a part time job you need to call the company having the opening, or you also can call just asking for any opening. At this point you can have a telephonic interview so expect that to happen. Have an interview scheduled if there is any requirement that suits you.

Giving Interview for Part Time Jobs

• Prepare for the interview before actually going for it.
• Do your homework about the company details and job profile.
• Wear nice clean formals for the interview, never wear jeans in an interview. 
• Have at least two copies of your resume.
• Take the photocopies of all the previous mark sheets of your school and previous semesters.
• Reach 5-10 minutes early for the interview, don’t make a bad impression by being late.
• Do mention about all the past working experience if you have any. 
• Give the references of your teachers and Head of Department, Principal etc.
• Stay calm, listen to the questions, understand them and keep your eye contact with the interviewer while answering.

Follow these tips and stay confident, and you will surely get success.

We will be providing more resources on finding the part time jobs and also many popular ways to earn money while attending your college. Till then, have fun and stay in touch.