Part Time Jobs

Applying for Part Time Jobs is a little different from applying for a full-time professional position. You may not need a resume and cover letter, but, you should follow these basic rules.

Plenty of Part Time Jobs are available for teens, college students, moms, retirees and anyone seeking to earn extra money. Employers often prefer to hire Part Time Jobs workers since they typically don't have to provide benefits.  Many leading employers of Part Time Jobs workers accept online applications. In other cases, it's better to apply in person. Here are some time-saving tips that will help you find Part Time Jobs fast:

Be Prepared: Have a telephone answering machine or voice mail system so potential employers can get in touch with you. 

Job Search Engines: Search the Part Time Jobs sites.  These sites focus on Part Time Jobs and hourly jobs or they have a sophisticated search engine that will enable you to search quickly for part-time jobs in your location. In many cases, you will be able to apply online.

Apply Directly Online: Many major employers of Part Time Jobs workers, like JC Penny, FedEx and Walmart, accept online applications. Visit the web site of companies you are interested to see if you can apply online for these Part Time Jobs.

What You Need To Apply Online: The online applications for Part Time Jobs as well full time jobs we reviewed asked for your contact information, educational background and employment history. You will need to know when you worked and what you were paid at your previous jobs. You may also be asked what days and hours you are available to work.

Be Alert: If you are interested in retail employment, keep you eye out for "help wanted" signs in store windows when you're at the mall or in town. Ask the Manager if the store is hiring if you don't see a sign.

Check the Ads: Review the Help Wanted ads in your local newspaper and pennysaver regularly. Many small employers advertise in the paper, rather than listing online.

Apply In Person: Applying in person is often the best mechanism for finding Part Time Jobs When you apply, your attire should be neat and tidy, hair and fingernails well groomed and your shoes moderate.

What to Bring: Bring the information you'll need to fill out an application, including names and addresses of previous employers, dates of employment, references, and a resume if you have one. Be prepared for a brief on-the-spot interview. Know when you are available for work.

References Ready: Have a list of three references including name and phone number and email address ready to give to interviewers.  If you don't have employment references use other people, like neighbors, who can vouch for you.

Keep Track: Make a list of the companies you have applied to. After an interview, jot down the name of the person you spoke to. It's easy to forget or get mixed up when you are applying for several jobs.  This way you will be prepared if you get a follow-up phone call.

Get Help: Utilize free or inexpensive services that provide and job search assistance such as high school guidance offices, college student employment offices, state Department of Labor offices and your local public library.

Use Your Network: Be aware of the fact that many, if not most, job openings aren't advertised and especially Part Time Jobs. Tell everyone you know that you are looking for work. Ask if they can help.

One of the best ways to find Part Time Jobs, if you don't have connections that can help, is by applying in person.  Walk through your local town or the mall and you'll see Help Wanted signs in many storefront windows. If you don't see a sign, ask about openings.  The same scenario applies to resort or seasonal employment.  Applying in person is often the best mechanism for finding Part Time Jobs.