The 14 Best Part Time Jobs for Students in Grad School

The 14 Best Part Time Jobs for Students in Grad School Saddled with loans or living off increasingly smaller stipends, qualitt students often need parte-time jobs to get by in the real world. Luckily, grad students can take on work in their field, where their skills are worth a premium, or any kind of work so that they can pay the bills on time again. Balancing grad school studies and work isnt easy though, so youll want to find flexible work.Highest-paying jobs for students.1. TutoringThis is a great way to get a lot of bang for your buck and as a graduate student, you can charge a high hourly rate for your expertise, arrange tutoring sessions so they fit in with your schedule, and even have your clients meet you on campus so youre not wasting any travel time. If you dont feel like taking the time to find students, there are tons of tutoring companies that will platzdeckchen you up with clients, even remotely.2. Web developmentIf you have the skillset, working part-time as aweb dev eloperis a high-paying freelance option. Many small companies dont have anyone on their staff with this skillset and are eager to update their online presence. As a student, having an irregular schedule makes it possible for you to take meetings during regular business hours while most of the work can be done on your own time.3. ConsultingDepending on your field, you may be able to offerconsultingservices. Businesses are constantly looking for experts to help them work on projects and solve problems, and as a graduate student, you have a lot to offer. Consulting has the added benefit of being a great resume builder, and may even lead to youlaunch a full-scale businessupon graduating.4. SAT/test prepIf youre in grad school, odds are you did well on both the SAT and GRE. Working as anSAT or test prep teachereither by finding private clients or working for a tutoring center or large test prep company pays well and means all those nights spent doing practice tests can pay off a second t ime While you might make a higher rate finding your own clients, working for a test prep company means youll have training and an easy to follow syllabus. You can also usually pick up extra hours proctoring practice exams, which can give you some quiet time to catch up on reading while you work.Great resume builders5. Grant writingNonprofits are notoriously understaffed and are always looking for new funding. If youre a strong writer, consider looking for part-timegrant writingwork. Aside from giving you measurable results to put on your resume, grant writing can be done at home and on your own schedule. Its also a great way to build up a professional network before youre searching for a full-time job.Idealist.orgis a great place to look for nonprofit work, and you can filter for part time or even remote work.6. TranslatingIf youre fluent in another language, freelancetranslatingis a flexible way to earn extra income. Graduate students can also use this opportunity to network with c ompanies that might be potential employers when they graduate. Particularly if you speak a less well-known language, this can be a great way to get to know people in your field.7. Content writingSimilarly, many small businesses dont have the staff, time or skills to keep their websites and social media updated and fresh.Writing content for either social media posts or a companys blog is a win-win, relieving a business owner of a tiring task, and helping you make some extra money while learning more about a specific industry.8. Administrative workBeing a graduate student, you probably have strong attention to detail and the ability to power through work others find boring or difficult. Part-timeadministrative work,such as data entry, reconciliation reports or filing can offer a steady schedule and a reliable source of income if you find the right company.9. Test writingIf you aced the SAT but cant stand the thought of spending your evening in a room full of high school students, cons iderwriting practice SAT questionsfor test prep companies who need material for online practice tests and their printed books. These businesses often seek out people who are highly knowledgeable about specific content areas.Jobs to help pay the billsJobs outside of your field and skillset may pay less, but it can be taxing to constantly be using the saatkorn mental energy you use for your studies for work. After writing a chapter of your dissertation, the last thing you probably want to do is grade an undergraduates paper. A job with some downtime can let you earn money while relaxing or give you a little extra time to study (or even do work for one of the jobs listed above). Alternatively, jobs that are more physically active can be a nice change of pace and help you reset mentally.10. Library desk jobCheck if your university is hiringlibrary desk staff youll be ready to study as soon as youre off the clock, plus youll have lots of downtime for your own reading. This job is relativ ely low-key and can give you time to get plenty of studying and work done, all while making money.11. Dog walkingDogs and exercise are both great ways to relieve stress. With a less traditional 9-to-5 schedule,dog walkingis a fun way to make some extra cash. Check out sites likeRoverorWag to build a client base. Plus, youll be able to be around puppies, even if you dont have your own. What could be better?12. Caretaking/babysittingCaretakingis a job that will make you feel good too. Check outCare.comor call a local senior center. Many seniors need daily or weekly help with things like cooking, grocery shopping, or getting a ride to appointments.Ask around and see if any professors with young children need an extrababysitterand you may find yourself the department hero.13. BartendingAnd last but not least, theres always the classic fallback ofbartending the quintessential college student job.Though the hours can be tiring, youll get to meet lots of interesting characters and learnin g how to make fancy cocktails is a gift that keeps on giving. Plus, you can make plenty of fast cash in tips.There are tons of part-time work opportunities available to grad students who want to earn some extra money. If you dont like any of the part-time work options on this list or are having a hard time finding part-time employment that suits your student schedule, head on over to your schools career center that should be able to help you in your part-time job search. Theyll have tons of opportunities on and off-campus to earn you an average hourly pay or more.--Ana Cottle studied Comparative Literature at UC Berkeley. She has lived and worked in Uruguay and Argentina and speaks both Spanish and Yiddish. She is passionate about issues facing women and has written for a number of publications, including books, newspapers, and online journals. Read more from Ana atmedium.com/AnaCottle/.