Student Jobs – take a part-time job while studying in university?

May 19, 2008 374 Comments by

It is very common that students do part-time jobs while studying in foreign universities. It’s obvious that if you don’t work, you will have more time to study, but doing a job can get you some income to survive or get some pocket money without depending on parents.




Research has shown that those students who work while studying tend to understand and grasp their studies much better than those who are not on job. They understand the nature of business and get a practical learning about how things are done. For example if a student is studying telecommunications and works at a call center, he will understand each and every thing much better.

However students working while studying should definitely not divert from their studies and keep a balance between their studies as well as job.

Types of part-time jobs that students at University of Florida do includes Child care, landscaping/ maintaining garden/ gardener, swim lesson instructor, house cleaning, tuition (tutor), office assistant, management assistant, delivery jobs, lifeguard, sales assistant, recreation assistant, web designers, violinist/ musician, mailing letters, dishwasher, IT technical assistants, tour guides, book keeper, delivery work, receptionist, creative writers, drivers, photographers, graphic designers.

In Sri Lankan universities part-time jobs are not promoted. However some students do various types of jobs: conducting tuition, security jobs, waiters etc.
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374 Responses to “Student Jobs – take a part-time job while studying in university?”

  1. kushan says:

    i am a medical student rajarata
    0783497445

  2. Dhanushka_04211690016421744328 says:

    Hey, Im Dhanushka.19+.Studied at D.S.Senanaayake College Colombo 07.
    Im starting Software Engineering B.Sc at IIT (WESTMINISTER UNIVERSITY UK)..Ill be doing the 1st 2 years in Sri Lanka..
    So im looking for a part time job(weekends)..

    thanks

  3. Sanoos says:

    Im a externel student in colombo.
    I have successfuly followed CAD&BS Course. I have lots of knowledge in building construction& Engineering draughtsmenship. Also I can draw MEP&Architectural drawings by using Auto CAD.
    Im searching a job in this field in colombo. Thanks.
    To conduct-0719241629

  4. Melani Fernando says:

    Dear sir,

    I sat for GCE O/L examination in 2009 and now i am doing GCE A/L in commerce stream(english medium). And i am following economics, business studies and accounting under commerce stream. I want to do a job while i am doing my A/L. If you can help me then please send me a mail.

    Thank you.

  5. Umanga says:

    I am S.U.Nanayakkara.I am an automobile student(auto electrical and mechanical).So I am hoping to gain some experience regarding to my study area as mentioned above.And I believe it would be a definite advantage to my carrier onward.I just need a work place to improve my knowledge while studying.

    Thank you,

  6. Name says:

    I want a part time job while studing university.I following B.Sc degree.

  7. H.N.Gurusinghe says:

    Dear sir,

    I am H.N Gurusinghe.I am a student of Ruhuna University .I want a part time job while studying University.I’m following Industrial Mathematics, Maths,Physics. If you can pl z help me. My email address is harshanayomi@gmail.com.

  8. A.Batagoda says:

    Dear sir,

    I am A.Batgoda.(Femail) I am a student of University of Ruhuna. I’m following Computer science, Maths,Physics.I want a part time job while studying University.If you can pl z help me. My email address is AnuththaraBatagoda@gmail.com.

  9. R.M.P.S.Rathnayaka says:

    Dear sir,

    I’m R.M.P.S Rathnayaka, Studying in University of Ruhuna.
    I’m following Computer Science, Chemistry,and Mathamatics.
    I hope to do a part time job.

    Contact Number-0786587650

  10. Madhumadhawa says:

    Dear viewers,My name is Madhawa and i’m a second year university student of Kelaniya.I love to do a part time job following my degree arround kelaniya area.I can learn anything quickly and i can be the person whom you are looking for.plz be kind to contact me anytime.My mobile num-0713666503
    My e-mail addrss-madhumadawa89@gmail.com
    Qualifications-
    1.Little better english knowelage
    2.Better computer knolage(Ms office,Internet,E-mail)
    3.Ability to learn anything quickly.(job procedure)
    4.Experience of working with people being frank.

  11. Name says:

    My name is P.B.Alahakoon and im looking for a part time job around Kandy or Matale.
    *auto cad drafting
    *typesetting
    *computer based or any other job would be better.thanx
    contact me:0757215080

  12. sameera eranga says:

    Dear sir,

    I sat for the G.C.E. A/L examination in 2006in commerce stream.I got 2 A’s,4B’s & 2C’sin G.C.E. O/L.I need a job to for my future.please help me to get a job.

  13. m.m.gowri says:

    m.m.Gowri

    Iam a student of University of Peradeniya iam looking for a part time job.please help me to get ajob
    contact me through ponmagal.um@gmail.com

  14. v.sasidaran says:

    Dear sir,
    i sat 4 da G.C.E. A/L EXAM in 2010 in bio stream.i got 9 A’s and a B.
    nw im srcng 4 a prt tme job in clmbo.pls hlp me.cntct me 0778427009,sasidaran.mrcle@gmail.com

  15. Nadha says:

    Dear sir,
    I sat for the G.C.E. A/L examination in 2010 in maths stream.Currently I am a student of the external degree Bachelor of Information Technology awarded by the UCSC.I got 9 A’s and a B in G.C.E. O/L.I need a job to manage my class fees. i can work on weekdays and Saturday.please help me to get a job. Contact me through nadhahassan92@gmail.com.

  16. Name says:

    Hi,
    I am a student of the external degree BIT awarded by the UCSC.I need a job to manage my class fees.I can work on all the days of the week exept sunday.Plz help me.

  17. nalaka says:

    dear sir,
    I ‘m a student of colombo university.& folowing cima & doing sports too.i want a part time job while studying in university.if u can help me plz send me a e-mail nalaka1987@gmail.com

  18. THEEKSHANA says:

    THEEKSHANA

    I’m Theekshana rathnayaka.im following law enterance course and addition to that external degree.i sat for a AL in 2009 by art subjects.I have good knowledge about sinhala and political subjects.I can teach well this subjects.I have followed mass media course in INSTITUTE FOR PROFFESIONAL JOURNALISM.therefore i like to work with media station.
    I can’t manage my studies with my economical background.so I decided to fine some part time job to help my studies. I’m expecting fair reply for this massage.
    tele phone 0719260861

    TC all of you

  19. G.G. Chinthaka says:

    I have completed my university degree (University of Sri Jayewrdenepura – Accounting Special) and result is pending. I want a part time job while covering my audit article. advance level teaching is better

  20. T. D. S. K. Ankumbura says:

    T. D. S. K. Ankumbura

    Dear Sir,

    I’m followed HND in floriculture and landscape garden Course.please if you have any garden Designing/ stablishment/ manegement/ vancancy or jobs send a e-mail.

    e-mail – tharinduankumbura@yahoo.com

  21. Mohamed Mikreen says:

    Hi I am Mikreen and I am a student . I seeking a part time job while studying. If you can help please mail me. thank you.
    0777396001

  22. Susanna Genoksha says:

    Dear Sir\ Madam
    i’m a student .but now i finished the Advanced Level Exam.I studied Arts in My A\Level.so I need a Part time.I’m female & 19 years old.if u can help me? Can You contact This No 0094652222128. Thank you

  23. ruwani says:

    dear sir/madam

    i’m student of University of kelaniya with microbiology,biochemistry.
    I want a part time job while studying university.so I decided to fine some part time job to help my studies. I’m expecting fair reply for this massage.

  24. madhurangani says:

    dear sir,

    i’m a student of university of colombo..i want to do a part time job.so please help me.

  25. upul sampath says:

    dear sir/madam
    i m student of University of Peradeniya with Mathematics and Chemistry.i m working as lecturer in IAS institute Kandy for AAT foundation mathematics and statics.so i m waiting a part job.contact me 0718981993 or upulsampath12@yahoo.com

  26. Deseree Van Langenberg says:

    please contact me regarding part time Jobs if available.

  27. Rumesh says:

    Dear sir,

    I am Rumesh.I am a student Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.I want a part time job while studying University.If you can pl z help me. My email address is romesab@gmail.com. my phone number is 0719230181

  28. Puvanarajan says:

    Dear Sir,
    Hi,I’m PUVANARAJAN
    I am following Computer science and Technology in University.I can’t manage my studies with my economical background.so I decided to fine some part time job to help my studies. I’m expecting fair reply for this massage.

  29. Arsheek says:

    Dear Sir,

    I have set my GCE ( A/L) examination third time. I have been looking for a suitable course of studies from which I can find a job in order to look after my livilihood.

    Please help me suggesting a course of studies

  30. W.W. Anoja Wickramasinghe says:

    W.W. Anoja Wickramasinghe

    Dear Sir,

    I’m a student at ICBT campus. I’m following HND Course of Business Management in weekend days. So i can work at week days. I can’t depend with my parents any more. please if you have any vancancy call me.

    Tel: 0722360356

  31. M.A.Afsal says:

    Dear sir,
    I’m following HND in Software Development .I can’t manage my studies with my economical background.I need a part time job pleace help me. I’m expecting fair reply for this massage.

  32. Dileep says:

    hi..
    dear sir,
    I am stuudent of Ceylon-German Technical training institute.my name is Dileep i want a part time job while studying in course if u can help.
    pls call me,
    0715955162

  33. Dasun ranathunge says:

    Hi,I’m Dasun
    I’m following Bsc (IT) Degree .I can’t manage my studies with my economical background.so I decided to fine some part time job to help my studies. I’m expecting fair reply for this massage.

    tel:0718812966

  34. Nilanka says:

    Dear sir,

    I am Nilanka Nawodani.I am a student of University of Sri Jayewardenepura.I want a part time job while studying University.If you can pl z help me. My email address is
    nmgnnawo@yahoo.com

  35. Nilanka says:

    September 7,2010 at 8.52

    Nilanka

    Dear sir,

    I am Nilanka Nawodani.I am a student of University of Sri Jayewardenepura.I want a part time job while studying University.If you can pl z help me. My email address is
    nmgnnawo@yahoo.com

  36. Kumuditha Kalhan says:

    Dear Sir,
    Hi,I’m Kumuditha Kalhan
    I am following HND in Software engineering @ ICBT Srilanka.I can’t manage my studies with my economical background.so I decided to fine some part time job to help my studies. I’m expecting fair reply for this massage.

    T.P.—071-3077989

  37. Indrachapa says:

    Dear sir,
    I am Indrachapa and I am a student of university of Peradeniya. I seeking a part time job while studying. If you can help please mail me. thank you.

  38. ilyas mohammed says:

    Dear Sir
    I am ilyas mohammed. I am following HND Networking & Network administrator. i like to part time job to decrees my economical problem.
    Thank You
    TP 0779664467

  39. Kasun Sampath Ranathunga says:

    Dear Sir
    I am kasun sampath ranathunga. I am studding for A/L exam. I like to work with you. I think I can do it very well, because I followed a graphic designing course.
    Thank you.
    TP: 0774609416 / 0332262226

  40. highrise DESIGN says:

    Graphic Designer

    ROLE:-
    Design Logos, Catalogues, Leaflets, Dockets, Posters, Banners, Packages and Etc.

    MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN:-
    Adobe Family (Photoshop, Illustrator and etc)
    Corel Draw

    ADDED ADVANTAGE:-
    3D Max/Maya

    EMPLOYMENT BASIS:-
    Full time / Part time / Project Basis

    PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:-
    Proactive
    Process-oriented with high attention to detail
    Creative thinking
    Visualizing ability
    Creative eye for layout and colour is essential

    CONTACT:-
    Email: careers@highrise.lk
    Web: http://www.highrise.lk
    Tel: 0777339274 / 0772680020

  41. Jayaisuru says:

    P.B.J Premarathna

    Dear sir,

    I am a following chartered accountancy looking for a part time job.my contact number 071-7570293

    Thank you.

  42. nalin says:

    i m ICT student, i like join with you.for data entering..

  43. safeer mohamed says:

    safeer mohamed

    dear sir i am stuudent of asian computer education.my name is safeer mohamed i want a part time job while studying in course if u can help pls call me

    hme:0314901048
    mob:0778887805

  44. D.M.R.A.Dissanayaka says:

    dear sir,
    I ‘m a student of colombo university.my name is D.M.R.A.Dissanayaka.i want a part time job while studying in university.if u can help me plz send me a e-mail

  45. d.k. imesh says:

    Dear sir

    I’m a student of I.E.T in katunayaka my name is d.k imesh my home town is anuradhapura these days i;m staying gampaha .I’m still depending on parents that is very difficult now therefore i need part time job , If you can help me that is a grade thing thank you very much .

  46. selva says:

    Website: vacancy manual milling
    Subject: vacancy manual milling
    Message: ur recruitment and conditions are as follows.
    1. Number of Worker : 6 ( 5 Manual milling and 1 manual lathe)
    2. Job category : (Skill workers)
    3. Age : 24-33 4. Contract period : 3-5 years
    5. Salary : RM 1200- 1300 (Basic)
    6. Allowances /Benefit
    A) Food : RM 4.00( upon 4 hrs overtime daily)
    B) Accommodation : FREE
    C) Medical : FREE
    7. Working hours : 8 hrs
    8. Working days : 5 ½ days in a week
    9. Overtime : 96 based on current situation.
    10. Workmen compensation: : In accordance with Malaysia labour law
    11. Fomema Medical : Provided by employer
    12. Transport : Hostel walking distance
    13. Levy and immigration : Under employer
    14. Annual leave : 8 days
    15: Air ticket
    Single journey would be provided upon completion of the employment contract
    16. Medical
    Fomema Medical examination will arranged as required by the immigration department of Malaysia upon arrival /yearly and cost incurred will be borne by employer and not deductible
    From employee salary
    17. Restriction:
    A) That the employee shall not marry with any Malaysia and shall not participate
    In any political activities and activities of those connected with trade union in Malaysia
    B) That if the employee is found creating social problem and or engaged in any illegal
    Subversive or criminal act and then he will dismissed with immediate effect and will repatriated to Sri lanka on his own expense
    18. Termination of service
    On the occurrence of any of the following events the employer reserve the right to terminate this agreement in accordance with the provision of employment Act
    Under intimation to the Sri lanka Embassy in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
    A) If employee breaches any restriction in item 16 and is convicted under the law of Malaysia
    B) If the employee work permit is withdrawn by the Malaysia authority for any reason
    C) If the employee absent from work for more than three consecutive working days without valid reason
    D) If the employee is certified medically unfit for employment by the medical practioner
    19. Insurance
    Insurance coverage will be provided during the tenure of service
    Kindly arrange to recruit the above mentioned categories at the earliest
    Thank you
    Yours Faitfully
    Name: Selvadurai
    Designation: Director
    Responsibilities:
    1. Set up and operation of conventional lathes and milling machines.
    2. Ensure all relevant drawings, procedures and instructions are to the latest revisions, prior to work commencing.
    3. Operating the machine safely and competently in accordance with manufacturers’ operating instructions and ensuring that good safety and housekeeping.
    4. Ensure all components produced meet specifications using appropriate measuring equipments such as (Micrometers, Vernier, Height Gauges, Bore Gauges and etc).
    5. Must be able to select suitable tools and inserts and cutters.
    6. Candidates will be required to work within very close tolerances and be able to work in a production setting to meet on going production quotas.
    7. Read blueprint drawings, job orders, tooling instructions or standard charts to determine specification procedures.
    8. Perform routine machine maintenance.
    9. Monitor tool wear, change tools and inserts as required.
    10. Good work ethic and flexibility to work overtime and shift is a must.
    11. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment, meet deadlines and stand for long periods of time.
    12. Must be able to contribute to continuous improvement techniques to improve output, quality, cost and delivery.
    13. To avoid the rejection and maintain the quality at production.
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    1. Must be able to read & understand drawing and handle measuring instruments.
    2. To have basic knowledge about manual milling and lathe machine.
    3. Good disipline and cooperation with others.
    4. Must be able to communication and have interpersonal skill with attention to detail.
    5. Prefer 3-5 years of work experience as a manual milling or lathe as machinist.
    6. Experience in handling with large, heavy parts as well as smaller components
    pls send ur resume to selva@wentec.com.my or Call 60196502981

  47. laksith says:

    Hi,I’m Laksith Aravinda
    I’m following law entrance course for enter law collage srilanka.I can’t manage my studies with my economical background.so I decided to fine some part time job to help my studies. I’m expecting fair reply for this massage.

    tel:0774689669 , 0715124012

    TC all of you

  48. laksith says:

    Hi,I’m Laksith Aravinda
    I’m following law entrance course for enter law collage srilanka.I can’t manage my studies with my economical background.so I decided to fine some part time job to help my studies. I’m expecting fair reply for this massage.

    TC all of you

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