Summer holidays are the perfect time to earn extra cash and build valuable work experience. While it may be tempting to spend the entire summer relaxing and enjoying the break from studying, taking on a summer job or internship can offer a range of benefits. You'll have the opportunity to earn money, which can be particularly useful if you're saving. You'll also gain valuable work experience - something graduate recruiters love! - and develop key skills like time management, communication, and teamwork.
Finding part-time jobs
Find out how we support you to secure part-time work in Portsmouth while studying, and what you should know about National Insurance and Income Tax.
Volunteering
Discover how we can help you find and apply for volunteering opportunities to enhance your employability and get experience to add to your studies.
Consider placements and internships
Increase your employment opportunities and strengthen your skills by doing a placement or short-term work experience.
Translating your summer job to CVs and applications
You may think your summer job will have no relevance to graduate applications - but you'd be wrong! Find out more about the wealth of skills and knowledge you can develop during casual work.
Want some advice about your career? Get in touch!
Staying in Portsmouth? Visit the Careers and Employability Centre on Guildhall Walk.
Email: careers@port.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)23 9284 2684