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Tools for finding part-time work

Knowing where to go online is critical for finding a suitable part-time job. The best place to seek is typically directly on corporate websites where job openings are advertised.

We may be biased, but we believe our part-time job search engine is the finest available for university students seeking for employment. It's always being updated, so keep a look out for new posts.

Sign up for job search websites as well. CV-Library, for example, will alert you when part-time employment become available in your region.

Social networking sites

We said it previously, but social networking is ideal for job seeking.

In addition to browsing directly on firms' websites for job openings, check out their social media profiles as well.

They will most likely publish job openings on sites like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook; if this is the case, you may like or comment to the post (as long as you've previously ensured that your social media is professional).

It's also worth looking into any Facebook student groups in your university city. To attract students, local pubs, coffee shops, and retail businesses often advertise job postings in groups like this. Alternatively, investigate if your city has any hospitality Facebook groups (if you want to work in hospitality, that is).

Check out our comprehensive instructions on using Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media sites to find work.

Job fairs at universities

Many institutions will have career fairs throughout the year, providing you the opportunity to meet businesses in person. These are fantastic chances, so find out when your university is conducting a job fair and make plans to attend.

Find out which firms will be attending a university employment fair to make the most of it. Prepare by doing your homework and coming prepared with notes and questions.

When speaking with recruiters at job fairs, ask for their business card and follow up with an email. It's a good idea to remind them who you are, thank them for talking with you, and encourage them to keep in contact regarding part-time opportunities as they become available in the email.

In addition to attending career fairs, find out whether your institution provides a JobShop service. You may be able to obtain a part-time employment in their stores, pubs, or on open days if you do this.

Recruitment firms

Recruitment agencies are similar to matchmaking services, except instead of assisting you in finding love, they assist you in finding a career.

They generally have a database of open employment, so it makes sense to become engaged. Before you join up, read our complete guide on making the most of recruiting agencies.

Your system's network

If you're fortunate enough to have friends or relatives who work at a firm you're interested in, they may be able to notify you when a new position becomes available - and ideally put in a good word for you.

If all else fails, just ask the old-fashioned way. When it comes to obtaining part-time work, stepping into a company with your CV and asking if there are any open positions may be highly helpful. And don't be hesitant to ask for a job at a business, café, or bar that doesn't have a "help wanted" sign in the window — you never know what's available till you ask!

It may seem difficult at first, but after you get through the first two, it will get lot simpler.