Student Jobs

Some students have to work to pay for college.

Some consider their school work their only job and fortunately don’t have to find work outside their studies, and others choose to work while at school to supplement their spending. Whatever the reason, it is rarely a negative when a student gets a job, whether it is to pay tuition or housing, plan for their spring break trip (see our spring break blog for more information on that) or to backpack throughout Europe after graduation or simply to augment their wardrobe; working, while in school, is not new.

FSU will even help students find jobs both on and off-campus by visiting the Career Center.  There is also a Part-Time Job Fair held each fall and spring for the purpose of connecting local employers, both on and off-campus, with FSU students. Students can also check on CraigsList, Indeed, SimplyHired, SnagaJob, Monster, and WayUp for possible opportunities. Another job resource specific for FSU jobs can be found at glassdoor.com.

Check out what students are doing at FSU to make money.

CARE.com – students can sign up and post availability to babysit, dog sit, tutor, etc. The average pay is about $12 an hour.

Bartending – apparently, this is a really coveted position, probably because the money is plentiful, but be prepared for very late hours, even on school nights. Of course, one good tip jar during a game day shift may possibly pay half the rent for the month.

Tutoring – If there is a subject that you have already mastered, share that knowledge for $20-25 an hour with a student that needs some guidance in that subject.
Waitress/Hostess – There are so many places to eat near campus and they all need help at some point.

RA – (Resident Assistant) – This is a great way to get reduced housing and make $8.35 an hour. Students have to apply the year before (applications for the 2018-19 school year are due by Dec. 20th). Check out the requirements online; there are quite a few as this position comes with great responsibility.

UBER – Yes, some students with their own cars drive for UBER.

The Mall – Yes, many students have said that there are many jobs at the Governor’s Square that has about 140 stores.

Donald L. Tucker Civic Center at FSU -there are part-time positions for event staff/ushers, box office ticket sellers, stagehands, changeover crew, parking attendants and more. Check out open positions.

University Center Club- Tallahassee’s premier private club for FSU, the local community and beyond. Business and community leaders gather together for fine dining, networking and private events overlooking Doak Campbell Stadium. The positions would be responsible for providing food and beverage to members and guests both on game days and other events. Apply here.

Don Veller Seminole Golf Course & Club: There is a contact form provided on their website but they recommend also visiting the Pro Shop or Renegade Grill.

FSU Bookstore – There are retail jobs available both at FSU and also at TCC. The jobs are very competitive but for a current listing, click here.

Recently the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) posted that they are looking for students to become Study Skills Tutors. Applications are available here.

Internships – This is a great way to get real-world experience. You may start a broader search through the Career Center. For a narrower search, we recommend looking at your individual college or looking up specific companies that you may be interested in working for. Chegg has an internship site or checks some of the job sites including Indeed.com. Don’t rule out Linked In as a resource either. And, if you have contacts with friends, families, acquaintances, ask if they know of any internships. Even HaveUHeard has a paid internship program.

Remember, students that hold part-time jobs may not be able to leave for school breaks, which may mean spending Thanksgiving, spring break or some of the winter break up at school. Some dorms are not open during breaks so this can be an issue.

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