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What kind of part time jobs can I get as a college undergraduate in New York City with no previous experience?
I'm a current high school senior who needs the money to save for college, and am looking into possible part time, internships, or even summer jobs available, that I can work while studying my freshman year. Can anyone help? Thank you.
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Hi Marimi - I commend you for thinking ahead and wanting to take responsibility for paying for your education. I am not sure about CUNY, but most colleges/universities have work/study programs for just the need you describe. By this, I mean students who need to contribute toward the cost of their education while being full-time students. I recommend this because an on-campus location would be most convenient and your work hours would be scheduled with the school calendar in mind. Plus, you may be able to find a job where it might be all right to study in down times, such as at the library. Or you might be able to work at an on-campus cafe or dining hall and reduce the size of your dining contract.
Before all that, make sure you have the best financial aid package you can get from the school you plan to attend. In my experience - myself and two children - the financial aid office is used to negotiation. Maybe there are legitimate expenses , such as health care for a family member or other hardships, that don't fit on the forms but affect your ability to pay. At that point, they should be able to help with jobs. Once you are in the work/study system for a semester, it is easier to switch to a higher-paying or more convenient role.
Of course, there are many opportunities in NY. The school's career center could help with that, and alumni relations could potentially connect you with alumni in the area. Remember, though, that you are there first to get the education. So don't work so much that you threaten your health or ability to complete your studies. Good luck!
Before all that, make sure you have the best financial aid package you can get from the school you plan to attend. In my experience - myself and two children - the financial aid office is used to negotiation. Maybe there are legitimate expenses , such as health care for a family member or other hardships, that don't fit on the forms but affect your ability to pay. At that point, they should be able to help with jobs. Once you are in the work/study system for a semester, it is easier to switch to a higher-paying or more convenient role.
Of course, there are many opportunities in NY. The school's career center could help with that, and alumni relations could potentially connect you with alumni in the area. Remember, though, that you are there first to get the education. So don't work so much that you threaten your health or ability to complete your studies. Good luck!