Tampa Bay is a growing city with USF leading the way. They have over 50,000 students currently enrolled across their 3 campuses and show no signs of slowing down. If you’re one of those students looking for suggestions when it comes to part time jobs, you’ve come to the right place.
1. Papa Pal
Papa is an incredible organization that you may or may not know anything about. Their purpose is to provide compassionate service to the senior population and better the lives of those who are too often forgotten. Papa Pals are typically expected to assist seniors (on-demand) with tasks that may seem simple to us but are difficult for the elderly.
Things like driving for errands, helping around the house, or simply keeping them company all fit under the Papa job description. If a flexible schedule and good starting pay sounds interesting to you, then give Papa a call. You’ll make more than a paycheck, you’ll make a difference in someone’s life. Apply here
2. Tutoring
Is there a class or subject you have down pat? That knowledge can be very valuable to a fellow college underclassman who may be struggling in that same subject matter. Tutoring can be a relatively painless, and quick way to make an extra $100 or so per week with just a few hours of work.
You might as well use what you already know, and you get the benefit of knowing that you’re helping a fellow student. Just look for the kid who’s sleeping next to you in class and sign up your first client! In some cases, you may even tutor without leaving your house via Skype sessions.
3. Service & hospitality industry
As Tampa & St. Pete grow in popularity, so does the number of people that visit every year. With those people come opportunities for young bucks to make some cash in the service and hospitality industry. Hotels need valets, and restaurants need waiters. Sure, you may end up working some late nights and weekends; but the tips are generally a better bet than minimum wage and being in a cash-business is a plus.
Between the hotels and restaurants of this booming market there should be plenty of part time jobs to help pad your pockets.
4. Theme parks
Believe it or not, Tampa has a strong reputation for its theme parks. Tampa is home to a massive 350+ acre “Amusement Complex” featuring a number of “attractions” including Busch Gardens and Sea World. They tout over 4 million annual visitors which means they have a lot of guests to look after.
Discounts on park entry and a fun culture are just a few perks of working the gates or ground of this mega-amusement-complex. Seriously, who wouldn’t want to work at a theme park?
Now, pick yourself up from your couch or chair and go get that job you know you need!
If you’re interested in learning more about Papa and how to become a Papa Pal, browse our website and apply today.