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Hot Online Jobs for College Students

Author Sally Croft Date April 1st, 2010 Comments 8 Comments

Okay, so you’re going to school full-time, but need a little extra cash. Mom and dad are already paying for all your college expenses, so you know better than to ask them for spending money. Well, you’re in luck – Thanks to the internet, many college students are turning online to make a few extra bucks. Let’s take a look at some of the hottest online jobs available for college students. There may be something here for you also.

Freelance Writer

Do you like to write? If you have what it takes to be a writer, then you should consider an online freelance writing job. Online article base sites such as Suite 101.com, Freelance Writinggigs.com, and Performancing.com may have a spot on their writing team for you.

 Hot Online Jobs for College Students
Call Center Operator

Most of these call center jobs have been shipped overseas, but there are still a few companies left. Some of these companies are looking for part-time workers who can answer calls remotely. Craigslist is a good place to start looking for call center operator opportunities.

Virtual Assistant

Companies are always looking for online help. As a virtual assistant, you will perform tasks like: answering phones, replying to customer inquiries, writing letters and solving problems, and a host of other varied tasks. You can find a list of these opportunities at Monster, Simply Hired and Indeed.

Editors

Most people know how to write, but the job of an editor is to polish these words and make them shine – to bring out the best in an article. Visit Demandstudios.com for content editor jobs.

Tutor and Teaching

TutorsTeach.com and Tutors.com are always looking for people who have a strong knowledge of one or more subject matters and are available to work with students online. Give them a try!

Finding a regular job that’s a perfect fit for your busy schedule is extremely difficult. Most jobs do not give you the freedom and flexibility you’ll need as a student. Give these online jobs for college students listed above a try. They should be exactly what you’re looking for to earn a little extra spending money. And you’ll even make mom and dad proud!
Language Translators

There is a high demand for translators. If you know at least two languages fluently, job hunters can utilize your skill as a translator. You can translate work from English to French and vice versa or from Spanish to English, whatever two languages you master. Translators are always in need to translate documents, provide support to a business, write new publications, translate books, create pamphlets, flyers and so much more, in another language.

Survey Gigs

Take surveys and get paid! You can earn a few dollars by taking survey online. However, these gigs are few and may not make a lot of money, but you can still check them out –who knows, maybe you’ll like doing it? Try Opinionoutpost.com, see what they have to offer.

Mystery Shoppers

This is not a 100 percent online job but it’s something you can do around your busy schedule. Do a search online and see if there’s something that will fit your busy schedule.

Friends, if you have other recommendation for Online Jobs for College Students, share them with us and your other fellow readers in comment section below.

8 Responses to “Hot Online Jobs for College Students”

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  2. I came across your blog/website via google and found the information interesting and very helpful. I will definately bookmark this site. I would also like to add that im a freelance writer and WSU (communications major) student that is looking to write articles for free/or paid and begin to build my work resume and gain experince in the field. To contact me and/or see my work goto:
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  4. mawish says:

    i need an easy job at home online, as survey gigs. guide me how to do this. n inform me about how to make high money.

  5. Sally Croft says:

    @Mawish: Thanks for the comment.
    There are many online job options available, you may look out for the one that suit your requirements the most. Make sure to check the options available locally first.

  6. MargaHal says:

    I really appreciate your piece of work, Great post.

  7. Jacob says:

    One great way for students to make money online is by joining the micro jobs industry. Micro job sites are fairly new and a great way to get money to your paypal or alertpay account.

  8. Justin says:

    I am currently a freshman in college and i have been doing cash crate for at least two years. I usually receive checks around $30 a month. While it doesn’t seem like much it definitely helps. Its easy to do when you have free time since your just taking online surveys.Try it if your interested. I would recommend it.

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