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POV: You’re a college student hoping to rake in some extra cash.
But you also want to build relevant skills for your future post-college job. After perusing the internet, you come across this article that you’re reading right now, and bam! It gives you all the ideas you need to do both.
According to the U.S. News & World Report, close to 70% of college students work while enrolled in college—and while it can be challenging to juggle your course load with a job, if you can find something online, it's much easier.
Table of Contents
- Part-Time Online Jobs for All Students
- Online Jobs for Communications Majors
- Online Jobs for Finance Majors
- Online Jobs for English Majors
- Online Jobs for Computer Science Majors
- Online Jobs for Education Majors
We’ve rounded up 30 online jobs for college students that not only have some great earning potential but will help set you—and your resume—up for success.
Part-Time Online Jobs for All Students
Online part-time work for college students is a win-win. You'll earn some extra money—and some valuable experience. Here are a few job ideas for online roles, no matter your major or interests.
The Job: Internet Researcher
An internet researcher searches the internet for information on a wide variety of topics and usually has a lot of experience with search engines. Companies hire internet researchers to help them gather relevant information through websites and databases. You can usually find these remote positions on job boards like Zip Recruiter, Indeed, and even LinkedIn.
Earning potential: Up to $18/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Research
- Customer service
- Data management
The Job: Virtual Tour Guide
A virtual tour guide gives tours of historical landmarks, campuses, or cities online rather than in person. If you’re charismatic, love engaging with other people, and enjoy sharing fun information about where you live, this could be a perfect fit for you. Check out Airbnb Experience or Amazon Explore for opportunities.
Earning potential: Up to $13/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Virtual event coordination and execution
- Public speaking
The Job: Virtual Assistant
A virtual assistant provides administrative, technical, or creative support to clients across all industries. You can find these jobs on Upwork, LinkedIn, or job boards like Indeed and ZipRecruiter.
Earning potential: Up to $16/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Project management
- Data entry
- Customer service
The Job: Online Survey Taker
You can get paid to take online surveys and provide feedback for different brands and companies. Check out sites like Branded Surveys, i-Say, or Survey Junkie to find the right fit for you.
Earning potential: Between .40 and $2 per survey
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Research
- Marketing
The Job: Product Tester
If you have a strong opinion about products, why not make some money by testing them out and providing feedback? There are many different ways to become a product tester, so be sure to check out websites such as Toluna Influencer Panel, Product Report Card, and Daily Goodie Box.
Earning potential: $3-500 per review
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Writing
- Problem-solving
- Research
The Job: Etsy Shop Owner
If you’re crafty and have the resources to make fun items like customized wine glasses and shirts, consider selling on Etsy!
Earning potential: Varies depending on what you are selling
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Marketing
- E-commerce
- Customer service
The Job: Selling Your Clothes
If you have too many clothes taking up space in your dorm room, have you thought about selling some of them to make some money? Websites like Poshmark and Depop are great places to start.
Earning potential: Varies depending on what you are selling
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Marketing
- E-commerce
- Customer service
The Job: Voiceover Artist
If you have any acting skills or you’ve been told you have a great voice, you can make some great money as a voiceover artist. Market your skills on a platform like Upwork or Thumbtack.
Earning potential: Up to $50/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Broadcast experience
- Public speaking
Online Jobs for Communications Majors
Are you a communications major? All of the roles below are ones that, well, allow you to communicate. Gain some valuable experience with part-time work while you study this important skill.
The Job: Blogger
A blogger is someone who regularly writes material for an online platform. There are many brands and companies who seek out writers to help drive traffic to their websites, so if you are looking to build your portfolio, blogging is a great way to do so. You can find blogging jobs on Indeed, FlexJobs, and Upwork.
Alternatively, you can create your own blog and use affiliate links to make money (see below for more).
Earning potential: Up to $15/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Content creation
- SEO
- Editing
- Research
The Job: Affiliate Marketer
An affiliate marketer earns a commission for marketing or referring people to a company. This is usually done via links on a social media platform, blog, or website. If you’re just starting out with affiliate marketing, try out the Amazon Associates Affiliate Program where you can earn anywhere from 1-10% commission on products you market. Fiverr and Canva also provide affiliate programs if you’d like to diversify and sell different kinds of products.
Earning potential: Depends on the program, but here are some examples:
- Amazon Associates Affiliate Program: Up to 10% commission
- Canva: Up to $36 per new Canva Pro subscriber
- Fiverr: $10-150 per conversion
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Marketing
- Content creation
- Social Media management
The Job: Copywriting
Copywriters write copy for things like ads, marketing materials, and websites. While many companies require a degree to be a copywriter, it is possible to become one without much experience. You can find these jobs on Upwork or Copify.
Earning potential: Up to $20/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Writing
- Marketing
The Job: Social Media Manager
If you love creating content on TikTok, this could be a great segue into a future career in social media. Since many major companies require a degree, ask if your favorite local coffee shop or boutique is interested in bringing you on part-time for social media content creation. Alternatively, market yourself on social media!
Earning potential: Up to $17/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Marketing
- Content creation
- Social media management
The Job: Graphic Design
A graphic designer creates and designs marketing materials for various mediums using images, typography, and more. While many jobs require a degree to become a graphic designer, there are opportunities out there if you’re still a student. You can also ask your friends to spread the word about your graphic design experience and use social media to show off your portfolio.
Earning potential: Up to $18/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Proficiency with editing software
- Marketing
- Project management
The Job: Search Engine Evaluator
A search engine evaluator provides feedback on what comes up when certain search terms are entered. In turn, this helps designers improve the quality of results that appear. Appen, FlexJobs, and Lionbridge are good places to look.
Earning potential: Up to $15/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Research
Online Jobs for Finance Majors
From banking and finance to accounting and bookkeeping, all kinds of businesses will always need great numbers-oriented hires. Check out these online jobs for more finance experience.
The Job: Online Bookkeeper
An online bookkeeper helps companies or individuals with tasks like recording transactions, reconciling bank and credit card accounts, and processing payroll. Check out Intuit, Indeed, and FlexJobs for opportunities.
Earning potential: Up to $18/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Payroll accounting
- Communication
- Tech-savviness
The Job: Data Entry
Data entry jobs require you to utilize computers and programs to enter information into a spreadsheet or other type of platform. You can find jobs on job boards such as Fiverr, Upwork, and Indeed.
Earning potential: Up to $15/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Database software knowledge
- Customer service
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Google Suite
Online Jobs for English Majors
Do you love to read and write? Do you silently (or not-so-silently) correct your friends' grammar mistakes all the time? Look no further than these online roles for some real-world English experience.
The Job: Resume Writer
Most of your peers are in the market for internships, or maybe you know some seniors looking for their first post-grad job. Either way, you can use your excellent writing skills to help create winning resumes. In order to find business, we’d recommend posting on social media or asking your friends to spread the word. Or, you can find jobs on Upwork.
Earning potential: Up to $25/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Customer service
- Proficiency in editing and design software
- Communication
The Job: Proofreading
Description of the job and experience potential: If you’re an English major, your grammar is likely better than most, which is why proofreading would be the perfect job for you. Set up a profile on Upwork or Fiverr to find proofreading jobs.
Earning potential: Up to $18/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Editing
- Writing
- Attention to detail
The Job: Freelance Article Writer
You’re good at writing, so why not use that skill to make money right now? No need to wait until after you graduate! In fact, if you start building your portfolio now, more doors will open for you in the future. Find freelance article writing gigs by reaching out to websites or blogs you love, pitch articles to your local newspaper, or find jobs on Upwork and Fiverr.
Earning potential: $25-50 per 1000 words
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Writing
- Editing
- Research
The Job: Online English Teacher
If you’re a native English speaker AND you’re studying English, you can teach English and earn money right from the comfort of your own dorm room. While some companies require a degree, SayABC and Cambly are two companies that offer jobs that anyone can apply to.
Earning potential: Up to $20/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Leadership
- Communication
- Curriculum planning
The Job: Online Transcription
Transcribers convert speech into a written or electronic text document. For example, a business might have an audio file that they need to transcribe. You can find transcription jobs on websites like Scribie or Ubiqus.
Earning potential: Up to $16/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Editing and grammar
- Active listening
- Attention to detail
The Job: Video Captioner
Video captioners convert audio content within a video into text, and then match the transcribed text to the video. Check out websites like Rev, or create a profile on Upwork, Fiverr, or FlexJobs to find these opportunities.
Earning potential: Up to $12/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Editing and grammar
- Active listening
Online Jobs for Computer Science Majors
Put that computer science knowledge to use with these technical roles. Plus—some of them sound like fun (computer gaming tester?!). Even better!
The Job: Tech Support
If a customer needs help with their computer or phone, you’re the go-to person since you’re passionate about all things computer science. Apple provides opportunities for college students to become Apple Support College Advisors, where you connect with customers and provide them with the help they need, or you can check out job boards like Indeed.
Earning potential: Up to $17/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Customer service
- Application support
The Job: Website Tester
Website testers examine different websites and provide feedback for companies to improve user experience. This job is perfect for computer science majors who want to understand user experience and how it can improve website development. Check out websites like Usertesting and Enroll to find website testing opportunities.
Earning potential: Usually around $8-10 per survey
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Research
- Communication
The Job: Online Computer Gaming Tester
If you’re passionate about video and computer games, this could be the perfect fit for you. Become a computer game tester and provide feedback so that companies can improve the gaming experience for users. Check out job boards like GamesIndustry.biz to find these opportunities.
Earning potential: Up to $15/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Critical thinking
- Knowledge of quality assurance processes
The Job: Video Editor
As a computer science major, you’re probably tech-savvy and a quick learner when it comes to different software or editing programs. And if you enjoy playing around on platforms or making videos for social media, you should consider video editing. If you don’t already have a portfolio, start by doing some video editing for friends, and then from there, you can look for gigs on Upwork, Nextdoor, or Thumbtack.
Earning potential: Up to $75-150/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Video editing software knowledge
- Project management
The Job: Web Developer
A website developer is responsible for developing websites or applications. If you have the skills to create a website or app, consider marketing yourself on Upwork or Fiverr.
Earning potential: Up to $21/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Coding
- Project management
Online Jobs for Education Majors
Before you dive into your lifelong dream of teaching the future (thanks for that!) here are some jobs for educations majors to make extra cash before they go off and change the world.
The Job: Online Tutor
If you’re an education major, online tutoring is the perfect way to get in some practice! Check out Wyzant or Preply to apply today.
Earning potential: Up to $18/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Leadership
- Communication
- Curriculum development
The Job: Sell Your Notes
Are your friends always asking for your notes? You can become an “Elite Notetaker” for StudySoup, a peer-to-peer marketplace to help college students through their course loads.
Earning potential: Up to $500/course
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Attention to detail
- Writing
- Editing
The Job: Online Course Creator
Do you consider yourself an expert on a particular topic? Maybe you have some coveted baking tips or in-depth knowledge on how to land an internship. Whatever your skills might be, share them with the world by creating courses on platforms like Teachable or Kajabi. As an education major, creating an online course could help you show off your teaching skills.
Earning potential: Up to $29/hour
Skills you can add to your resume:
- Software or platform knowledge
- Marketing
As always, with any job posting and especially online opportunities, be sure to confirm that it’s not a scam by conducting extensive research on the company. Unfortunately, scammers like that are out there!
