Top 7 Part-Time Jobs for International Students

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UK allows 20 hrs/week during term, full-time in breaks. Great for finances, networking, & gaining global work experience!

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Avg pay: £9–£12/hr. Work in supermarkets, fashion stores, or bookstores. Great for flexible shifts & people skills!

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Avg pay: £9–£11/hr + tips. Serve coffee, manage the till, or prep snacks. Fun vibe, local crowd, free caffeine!

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Avg pay: £10–£13/hr. Work-study roles at uni: admin, IT desk, or events. Convenient hours + strong on-campus presence.

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Avg pay: £10–£15/hr (plus bonuses). Work with UberEats, Deliveroo. Flexible but needs UK driving license or cycle. Fast-paced work!

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Avg pay: £10–£12/hr + tips. Banquet servers, hotel staff, ushers. Events mean occasional weekend shifts & great networking!

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Avg pay: Varies (£8–£25/hr). Freelance writing, tutoring, design, coding on platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, or even Instagram!

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Use portals like Indeed, StudentJob, Handshake, Uni careers page, Facebook groups & word-of-mouth!

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Stick to 20 hrs/week limit in term. Violating visa rules may lead to cancellation or deportation.

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Build a UK-style CV, highlight soft skills, and ace that short interview. Employers want reliability & communication!

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