{"id":20824,"date":"2022-03-03T08:51:11","date_gmt":"2022-03-03T07:51:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/travailler-pendant-erasmus-job-etudiants\/"},"modified":"2026-02-09T09:36:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T08:36:31","slug":"working-erasmus-student-job-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/blog\/working-erasmus-student-job-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Working during an Erasmus: student job ideas abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<article>\n<header style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n<h1 style=\"margin-bottom: 18px;\"><span style=\"color: #21a0a0;\">Working during an Erasmus: student job ideas abroad<\/span><\/h1>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Good news! You have been accepted into an Erasmus programme for the next academic year \ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">A unique experience that combines studies, cultural discovery and personal development.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">But let\u2019s be honest: <strong>living abroad comes at a cost<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Accommodation, transport, outings, travel\u2026 and even if the Erasmus grant helps, it does not always cover all expenses.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">That\u2019s why many students choose to work part-time during their Erasmus to earn some extra money, gain independence and fully enjoy the experience.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">The good news?<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83d\udc49 There are <strong>many student jobs abroad<\/strong>, even if you don\u2019t speak the local language yet.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">In this article, we share accessible job ideas, practical advice and common mistakes to avoid when looking for a <strong>student job during your Erasmus<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<article>\n<div class=\"sg-btn-wrap\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 22px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #ee6146; color: #fff; padding: 14px 22px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 400;\" href=\"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/internship-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\ud83d\ude80 FIND AN INTERNSHIP ABROAD<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83e\udd1d Can you work during an Erasmus?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Yes, absolutely.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">In most European countries, Erasmus students are allowed to work, provided they comply with local legislation.<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/europa.eu\/youreurope\/citizens\/education\/university\/working-while-studying\/index_en.htm?\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">working during an Erasmus legally<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Working during your Erasmus allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>supplement your income<\/li>\n<li>improve your language skills<\/li>\n<li>meet locals and other international students<\/li>\n<li>gain professional experience<\/li>\n<li>step out of your comfort zone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">However, it\u2019s important to maintain a healthy balance.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Your main goal should remain <strong>succeeding in your studies and fully enjoying your experience abroad<\/strong>, without burning out.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83d\udc83 Waiter or bartender: the classic choice<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Working as a waiter or bartender is one of the most popular options among Erasmus students.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Why?<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>little or no experience required<\/li>\n<li>many opportunities in tourist cities<\/li>\n<li>flexible hours<\/li>\n<li>ideal for improving a foreign language<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">In bars, restaurants or caf\u00e9s, what matters most is:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>motivation<\/li>\n<li>energy<\/li>\n<li>willingness to learn<\/li>\n<li>people skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">If you don\u2019t speak the language very well at first, don\u2019t worry.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Many establishments offer positions:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>in the kitchen<\/li>\n<li>as an assistant<\/li>\n<li>at the bar without direct contact with customers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Over time, you\u2019ll gain confidence and be able to interact more with locals.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong>\ud83d\udc49 Practical tip:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Print your CV and hand it in directly at bars and restaurants. Human contact remains one of the most effective ways to find a job.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83d\udcde Customer service advisor in a call center<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Your <strong>native language<\/strong> is a real asset abroad.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Many international companies are looking for native-speaking students to work in <strong>call centers<\/strong>, especially in major European cities.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">As a customer service advisor, you may:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>answer calls<\/li>\n<li>handle chats or emails<\/li>\n<li>support customers from your home country<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Advantages:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>you work in your own language<\/li>\n<li>no high level of the local language required<\/li>\n<li>often international environment<\/li>\n<li>opportunity to meet other Erasmus students<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">This type of job is ideal if:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>you want to feel comfortable quickly<\/li>\n<li>you\u2019re looking for hours compatible with your studies<\/li>\n<li>you want structured professional experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">To apply:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">\n<li>check job boards<\/li>\n<li>apply directly to the company<\/li>\n<li>prepare a clear CV<\/li>\n<li>language tests may be required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83d\udcda Private tutoring or teaching<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">If you have strong skills in your language or a specific subject, <strong>private tutoring<\/strong> is an excellent option.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Many students and professionals want to:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>learn French<\/li>\n<li>improve their level<\/li>\n<li>practice conversation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">You can register on tutoring platforms and offer:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>in-person lessons<\/li>\n<li>online classes<\/li>\n<li>academic support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">The benefits are numerous:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>flexible schedule<\/li>\n<li>excellent hourly pay<\/li>\n<li>non-physical work<\/li>\n<li>rewarding experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">On average, you can earn between <strong>\u20ac18 and \u20ac20 per hour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Just a few hours per week are often enough to cover a large part of your expenses.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Teaching your language is also a great way to create <strong>meaningful intercultural exchanges<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-20821\" src=\"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-scaled.webp\" alt=\"erasmus\" width=\"572\" height=\"382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-2048x1367.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 572px) 100vw, 572px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83d\udcbc Other student job ideas for Erasmus students<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Depending on the country and city, you may also find:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>jobs in hotels or hostels<\/li>\n<li>front desk positions<\/li>\n<li>event-related jobs<\/li>\n<li>brand promotion roles<\/li>\n<li>paid internships<\/li>\n<li>freelance online jobs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">It all depends on:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">\n<li>your availability<\/li>\n<li>your language level<\/li>\n<li>your motivation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83c\udf10 Tips for finding a job abroad<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">Before you start, remember to:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>adapt your CV to the country<\/li>\n<li>research the minimum wage<\/li>\n<li>check local legislation<\/li>\n<li>organise your schedule well<\/li>\n<li>avoid undeclared work<\/li>\n<li>protect your health and balance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">A job during your Erasmus should be a <strong>complement<\/strong>, not a burden.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83c\udf0d Erasmus: much more than a job<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">Working during an Erasmus is not just about earning money.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">It\u2019s also about:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\n<li>learning to adapt<\/li>\n<li>gaining independence<\/li>\n<li>discovering another culture<\/li>\n<li>personal growth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">It\u2019s an experience that enhances your CV, but above all, your life.<\/p>\n<article>\n<div class=\"sg-btn-wrap\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 22px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #ee6146; color: #fff; padding: 14px 22px; border-radius: 50px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 400;\" href=\"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/internship-abroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\ud83c\udf0e APPLY TO AN INTERNSHIP NOW<br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">After Erasmus?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">If you are considering continuing your international experience with an internship abroad, Stud&amp;Globe supports you at every stage of your project!<\/p>\n<article><\/article>\n<article><\/article>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Working during an Erasmus: student job ideas abroad Good news! You have been accepted into an Erasmus programme for the next academic year \ud83c\udf89 A unique experience that combines studies, cultural discovery and personal development. But let\u2019s be honest: living abroad comes at a cost. Accommodation, transport, outings, travel\u2026 and even if the Erasmus [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":20826,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[648,647],"tags":[760,758,650,651,761,752],"class_list":["post-20824","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-students","category-schools-erasmus","tag-erasmus-program","tag-job-etudiant","tag-mobilite-etudiante","tag-programme-erasmus","tag-student-job","tag-student-mobility"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20824","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20824"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20824\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":20840,"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20824\/revisions\/20840"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20826"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20824"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20824"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/studandglobe.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20824"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}