{"id":782,"date":"2016-08-02T15:58:16","date_gmt":"2016-08-02T14:58:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/urba-life.co.uk\/?p=782"},"modified":"2019-06-06T15:42:19","modified_gmt":"2019-06-06T15:42:19","slug":"8-fun-summer-jobs-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/api.urba-life.co.uk\/2016\/08\/02\/8-fun-summer-jobs-students\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Fun Summer Jobs For Students"},"content":{"rendered":"

School\u2019s out! The summer holidays are the perfect time for cash strapped students to boost their income while gaining experience and making new friends. It can be tricky finding work degree-related work, so if you didn\u2019t bag the internship you wanted or you\u2019ve only just got round to thinking about getting a job, have a look at our 8 fun jobs which could take your summer to the next level!<\/p>\n

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  1. Pet sitter\/dog walker<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Let\u2019s face it, who wouldn\u2019t want to get paid to cuddle furry animals all day? Pet sitting and dog walking can be a great way to earn an income while battling any post-Uni blues, as being around animals is proven to boost the flow of endorphins \u2013 \u201cthe happy hormone!\u201d. Advertise your services in your local shops, newspapers and online bulletin boards such as Gumtree<\/a>. You can also join an agency near you who will contact you when work is available such as Trusted Housesitters <\/a>(https:\/\/www.trustedhousesitters.com\/house-and-pet-sitters\/<\/a>)<\/p>\n

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    1. Festival staff<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Summer season means festival season! With over 230 festivals<\/a> in the UK every year there are plenty of opportunities for university students to snaffle paid and unpaid positions at some of the best events in the country. While the majority of these gigs are offered on a voluntary basis, you will get to see lots of great bands, make new friends, create some awesome summer memories and potentially make connections for paid work further down the line. Check out Barcode Recruitment<\/a> and Festaff<\/a> for both paid and unpaid work.<\/p>\n

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      1. Holiday Rep\/ Season worker<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Holiday repping is definitely not for the faint hearted. It can mean long hours, stressed out tourists and demanding schedules. But on the flip side, you get to work in beautiful holiday destinations with guaranteed sunshine, meet loads of new friends, get some great experience for your CV and have tons of fun! If you are great with people, have lots of stamina and want to make some money in the sunshine, check out Thomson<\/a> and Season Workers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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        1. Teaching English<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          It is now easier than ever to bag jobs teaching English aboard, in the UK or even from the comfort of your own PC. You may want to look into getting a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate to help you understand more about the logistics of teaching, particularly if you intend on working abroad where you are not familiar with the native language. This could also help in the future with translation <\/a>into other languages to English for when you’re working for a big organisation. For work overseas check out Go Abroad<\/a> and InterExchange<\/a>. If you are thinking of staying in the UK to teach, put up some adverts in your local shops and Gumtree to advertise your services to local foreign students. Or if you would prefer a flexible job which fits around you and your laptop check out Lingoda<\/a> who offer live English lessons online.<\/p>\n

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          1. Theme Park staff<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Theme park jobs are a great way of earning an income while making lots of new friends in a super fun environment! If you can handle lots of noise and large crowds in exchange for free access to the attractions, then perhaps this is the role for you. Theme parks provide excellent team building training which will look ace on your CV. Check out the Vacancies section on Thorpe Park<\/a>, Chessington<\/a>, Alton Towers,<\/a> Legoland<\/a>, and Disneyland<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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            1. Lifeguarding <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Lifeguarding is a fantastically rewarding job, you will have to undertake the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification to secure a paid position at a pool or waterpark but it is totally worth it to spend your summer with your feet in the water and the sun on your face. Jobs are available in the UK and abroad, plus lifesaving skills definitely look great on your CV! Check out your local pool for courses or look at Royal Life Saving Society<\/a> for more information on the NPLQ.<\/p>\n

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              1. Fruit picking<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                If you\u2019re looking for a job which could make you lots of money and take you anywhere in the world, fruit picking might just be for you. From your own local farms to exotic agricultural locations across the globe, there are hundreds of jobs available for students. Fruit picking can be hard work, with long hours and warm weather, however it can also be very lucrative as it is often necessary to work every day to get the crops picked. So if you want to start the next school year with money in the bank, check out Anywork Anywhere<\/a> or Picking Jobs.<\/a><\/p>\n

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                1. Summer camp<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  If you\u2019re great with kids and you want to go abroad, American summer camps are a fantastic way of spending your summer while bringing in the bucks. You can earn over \u00a3800 while having the time of your life! Check out this great comparison chart<\/a> for more information on the biggest companies with vacancies.<\/p>\n

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                  Has this been helpful? Let us know what you get up to this summer!<\/p>\n

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                  When your summer adventures are over and you need to start thinking about your student accommodation, find out how we can help here at Urba Life; get in touch with out experienced, knowledgeable staff by calling 023 8124 4161 or email us via the Contact Us page.<\/p>\n

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                  Don\u2019t forget, you can also stay updated by liking our Facebook page: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Urba-Life-275480839297505\/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf<\/a><\/p>\n

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