Students at Deakin University can look for part-time work in and around Melbourne, Geelong and Warrnambool. Because the university has multiple campuses, the best job options depend on where you study.

Common Part-Time Job Options

Job type	Where students may find it	Why it can help
Retail assistant	Shopping centres, retail strips and supermarkets	Builds customer service and sales experience
Cafe or restaurant staff	Cafes, restaurants and food outlets	Flexible shifts and common student work
Administrative assistant	Offices, small businesses and service providers	Strong fit for business students
Library or campus support	Student services and university-connected roles	Good around study schedules
Event staff	Conferences, festivals and venues	Useful for evening and weekend availability
Customer service agent	Call centres and front-line service roles	Builds communication and problem-solving skills
Tutor or study mentor	Private tutoring and education support	Useful for strong academic students
Hospitality staff	Hotels and tourism venues	Relevant near city and regional tourist areas

Best Areas To Search

Students at the Melbourne Burwood campus can focus on:

• Burwood
• Box Hill
• Hawthorn
• Richmond
• Melbourne CBD

Students at the Geelong campuses can focus on:

• Geelong CBD
• Waterfront precinct
• Waurn Ponds
• North Geelong

Students in Warrnambool can focus on:

• Warrnambool CBD
• nearby retail and hospitality strips
• campus-linked support roles

Why Deakin Helps

DeakinTALENT lists part-time and casual jobs, internships and graduate positions. That gives students a central place to start their search rather than trying to build everything from scratch.

Practical Advice For International Students

Before applying for jobs, students should:

• Check visa work conditions
• Build a simple one-page CV
• Choose jobs close to campus
• Keep shifts manageable around assessments
• Avoid illegal work
• Keep records of contracts and pay
• Use career support where possible

Best Approach For September 2026

For a September 2026 intake, the smartest move is to settle into the course first and then take on part-time work that supports your finances and your future career. The best job is one that fits your timetable and improves your employability.