Working in College: A Survival Guide for Success

The numbers don't lie: 64% of full-time undergrads work while studying—attempting to balance financial independence with a full-time class load—and yet, most college success guides pretend your only job is being a student. 

That stops here. 

We understand that between textbook prices skyrocketing and living expenses that financial aid rarely covers, working through college isn't optional for most students. It’s a mandate. And despite the challenges that come with working in college, what separates those who thrive from those who burn out isn't working less—it's working differently.

Inside, we break down little-known strategies that are rooted in flexibility and that accommodate your current needs and status.

In addition to helpful tips, you'll also get tactical strategies—like the "energy audit”—that map when your brain is actually functioning (not when your calendar says it should be), scripts for negotiating with managers during exam periods, and the six-point checklist for determining if your current job is a stepping stone or a quicksand pit.

(Phew.) 

Whether you're currently balancing graveyard shifts with morning classes or searching for that unicorn job that builds relevant skills and allows you to keep your sanity, this guide gives you everything you need to maintain work-life balance as you’re working in college.