What Are the Benefits of Part-Time Jobs for Students?

Taking on a part-time job while pursuing a degree is hard work, but the benefits are typically greater than the amount of a paycheck. Students who work during their college careers may have better time-management skills than their ｃounterparts.  

They must understand responsibility and apply it to their daily lives. They earn money that can be used for fun or for tuition, while gaining experience in the workplace that will be attractive to future employers after graduation.
 

Money
Simply put, students who hold down part-time jobs will have more money than they would have otherwise. As they come into adulthood, earning an income can boost their confidence and allow them to have some fun within the limits of their paychecks. Some students need to work through school to afford tuition. Others will set the money aside to pay back student loans. Still, the money will be theirs to spend as they wish, and they may appreciate it more because they worked for it.
 

Budgeting
Students earning their own money get lessons on spending wisely. They may be less likely to spend their hard-earned money frivolously and learn to delay gratification to pay for necessities, such as text books and rent. At the same time, they can save for non-essential purchases, such as a car.
 

Time Management
Students taking on a job on top of their studies will have less free time than non-working students. When working students have to measure out their time, they tend to be better planners as they make sure they complete every task expected of them on deadline. They learn to weigh their priorities, sometimes skipping fun activities to finish their responsibilities. This prepares them for life after school when excuses and tardy work will be frowned upon.
 

Experience
Often, students work jobs that introduce them to their preferred career after school is over. This allows them to gain important introductory experience in the business and begin networking with those in that field. Even students who work in places not connected to their majors will look more impressive to potential employers. They'll have some kind of work experience on their resumes to start, and the fact that they've been able to hold a job while a school attests to their level of maturity, responsibility and time management. Employers look for employees who understand the work environment and work well as part of a team. Having a part-time job shows that the student is at least somewhat accustomed to the professional world, which will make the transition that much easier. 

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VOCABULARY WORDS:
1. Counterpart (n.) ~ a person or thing holding a position or performing a function that corresponds to that of another person or thing in another place
2. Frivolously (adv.) ~ not having any serious purpose or value
3. Frowned upon (idiom) ~ to disapprove of (something)
4. Attest (v.) ~ provide or serve as clear evidence of
5. Transition (n.) ~ the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another

QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION:
1. Did you have any part-time job/s when you were in the university? Tell me about it/them?
2. Do you think that it’s helpful for students to have a part-time job or is it a distraction from what they could learn from school? Discuss your answer.
3. What kind of part-time jobs are available for students in your ｃountry?
4. According to the article, what are the advantages of having a part-time time?
5. Can you think of any disadvantages? Give examples.