As a college student at a large university, working at school has allowed me to succeed far past my expectations during my time here. Consider it, you won't regret it. Here are 7 benefits to remember when debating whether or not to work during college:
1. The obvious...
MORE MONEY. What could be negative about having some extra cash in your pockets during the school year? Nothing. You'll be under much less financial stress.
2. Time management.
Working as a college student will improve your time management skills immensely. You'll have stricter deadlines due to shifts, and it will inevitably make you finish your schoolwork earlier than you have to or on time in order to fit it in your schedule around your shifts.
3. More opportunities to do things.
Having income will make you able to do things with your friends at school that would be too expensive without a job. You'll be able to go to dinner or hit the bars more often without having too much guilt. BYOB season!
4. Meeting new people.
If you work in your college town, it's more than likely that most of your coworkers will be fellow students. Having a job will allow you to meet different people from your school of different ages. This could come in handy for academic advice—which classes to take, where the best place to live is, and more!
5. Boost your resume!
Being able to say that you worked throughout your college career definitely stands out on a resume! It will show employers your ability to balance multiple things at once in a high stress environment, which is a very attractive quality in the working world.
6. Networking.
Have you ever heard "it's not about what you know, it's who you know?" It's no joke. Working during college will open you up to new contacts that can definitely aid you in your future endeavors. Be nice to everyone... you never know who you're talking to.
7. Gain "real world" experience.
Having a glimpse into working in the real world will definitely help you stay on track with finishing college and getting a career. Living the "real adult" life and "partying college student" life will form a boundary if you get a job and allow you to see both sides of yourself.
