The Benefits of Having a Job in College

College is the time when young adults learn the skills they need to ready themselves for the workforce. But how much can one learn in the classroom? Studies show that around 14 million college students work at least part-time. Holding down a job in college can offer students more than financial stability; it can prepare them for the workforce.

One of the most obvious benefits of working during college is a steady paycheck. Tuition, books, and parking bills can add up. Even if payments are deferred, financial stress can be a burden on students. Earning money while in school can be an easy way to relieve that stress and help the student get a jumpstart on saving and paying off their bills.

Students who work will also learn how to manage their time effectively. Time management is an important skill not only for work and school, but for life. Balancing different activities and tasks can help students understand and apply this skill to their lives after college.

Perhaps most importantly, students gain job experience. Many students exit college with no work experience, putting them at a major disadvantage when applying for jobs. Working while in school gives students the opportunities to apply the skills they have learned in the classroom and establish themselves in the business community. Hiring managers are more likely to take on college graduates with work experience.

Students who work during their college years will gain financial stability, a sense of professionalism, and future career opportunities. These traits put students ahead of the rest of their peers, and prepare them for life after school.

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Sarah LaPorte
Boston Tutoring Services