Student Ambassadors
We are always looking for enthusiastic, friendly students to become Student Ambassadors to help with events including school assemblies, campus tours and open days.
During your time at the University of Southampton you may want or need to earn some extra money. Use this page for advice on searching for casual, part-time job opportunities that fit around your studies, plus how to find volunteering opportunities.
UoS Job Shop
Working while studying can be a great way to gain experience and enhance your CV, as long as your coursework remains a priority. The skills you develop in these roles can give you a competitive edge when applying for graduate positions.Ìý
To find part-time or casual work opportunities, visit the UoS Job Shop on MyCareer. Simply click the button below, log in with your university credentials, and browse through the available opportunities that suit your needs.Ìý
You can also check out a selection of part-time roles currently advertised through the UoS Job Shop at the bottom of this page.Ìý
Volunteering BankÌý
How will volunteering benefit you?
- You will develop many of the skills graduate employers are looking for, such as leadership, teamwork and organisation.
- You can try out different career ideas by volunteering which may help you decide which sector is right for you.
- There is a wealth of volunteering opportunities available; you could get involved with various one-off events or commit to a regular role with the same organisation over the academic year - you could even set up your own project!
- By giving your time to help others you can create a social impact in your community, build your networks and develop a positive impression of yourself for your future employer.
Read more about student Sally's experience volunteering with Action Tutoring. Action Tutoring are a charity who regularly advertise roles on the Volunteering Bank.
Click on the button below to browse Volunteering Bank roles on MyCareer.
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Working on campus
The University of Southampton provides a variety of on-campus jobs, including roles as a student ambassador or UniWorkforce, where you can engage with visitors and represent the university. Additionally, you can find positions at SUSU, working in the shops, bars and cafes.
SUSU offers student-friendly, part-time jobs, including bar work and sales assistant roles. Visit their website to find out more.
UniWorkforce
UniWorkforce has a number of temporary jobs available, which have been designed to accommodate your timetables and fit around your commitments.
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International Students
It is important to comply with the conditions of your visa regarding paid work. You may find the visa team's FAQs on working restrictions helpful.
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Working for local companies
There are often part-time paid work opportunities in and around Southampton. Flexible roles are also advertised through . The websites below advertise a variety of vacancies, although please be aware that we do not check the content of external websites.
This local newspaper advertises vacancies in and around Southampton. You can filter by location, full or part-time and search job type.
Recruitment website that advertises a large number of opportunities. You can filter by location, full or part-time and search job type. You can also upload your CV to the site.
A widely used recruitment agency among students seeking casual work, placing them in areas such as admin, hospitality and call centres.