10 Paying College Jobs That Look Good on Your Résumé

Hiring managers want real-world experience—and you want a paycheck

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10. On-campus alumni affairs: Whether you're fundraising, following up on mailings, or working alumni events, this job is full of networking potential. Be professional yet personable when you call or interact with alumni, and you may score contacts that will help you land a summer internship or post-graduation job. And don't pass up the opportunity to work the registration table at alumni events. "Alums love to talk to current students," Pollak says—and that can work to your advantage.

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I would have loved to join these University for further studies but i have not understanding the terms and conditions in paying tuition per semester.
Reply awaits.

Olupot of LA 8:22AM May 18, 2013

thanks for the information i really appreciate it.

deja of TX 10:33AM May 09, 2013

Try a career with Hilton, Marriott, or and hotel chain. Start in sales or catering at 40-50 thousand plus bonus. Advance throught he years to 100K to 200K as you advance to the Director of Sales, or General Manager job.
You can start with or without a degree. Many people start at front office, accounting, or food and beverage and get to the top. Try AHLA or APRINDA DOTT COMMMM

DAn of AZ 6:03PM December 15, 2012