Off-Campus Employment: What’s to Lose, What’s to Gain

January 5, 2009

Off-campus employment opportunities are a great way to get a glimpse into the ways of the professional world. The city of Charleston has an array of employment possibilities, often times only walking distance from campus.

Working off campus provides many different incentives to college students. Those eclectic group of employers have many different perspectives to offer in the world of business, allowing student to gain first-hand experience in the workplace. Branching out from the umbrella of higher education increases your ability to network with professionals and local business owners. If you choose to pick a part-time job that is related to careers in your major, you will gain direct career experience that serves as a substantial resume builder. Along with building a strong resume, working off-campus often times means building more financial security. The wages off-campus tend to be more competitive than employers on campus, giving students the opportunity to make good pay and good connections.

Along with the perks come some of the harsher aspects of working in the real world. Many employers are looking for employees that share similar goals concerning their job. They may not particularly care that being a student comes first for most people that choose to work during college. This means that free nights and weekends may be forfeited for the sake of a paycheck. Your off-campus employer may expect you to be available during holidays and school breaks. For most students who live in dorms, leaving Charleston for Christmas break is not an option, so you definitely want to keep that in mind when choosing an off-campus employer.

Whether you choose to work on or off campus during your academic career, choose wisely. The connections you make in college with forever shape your professional development and your college experience. Always keep in mind that the Career Center is here to help guide your choices and answer your questions throughout the process of your college career and professional development.

 

 




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