Students at LaSalle College can search for part-time work in downtown Montréal and the surrounding neighbourhoods. The city location makes it easier to find flexible roles that fit around classes.

Common Part-Time Job Options

Job type	Where students may find it	Why it can help
Retail assistant	Shops, malls and city retail streets	Builds customer service and sales experience
Cafe or restaurant staff	Cafes, restaurants and food venues	Flexible work and common student shifts
Reception or front desk staff	Hotels, clinics and offices	Helps with communication and organisation
Admin assistant	Small businesses and offices	Useful for business and management students
Event staff	Festivals, conferences and venues	Good for evening and weekend availability
Customer service agent	Call centres and service businesses	Builds professionalism and problem-solving
Tutor or peer support	Education services or private tutoring	Useful for strong academic students
Creative support work	Studios, media firms and agencies	Helpful for design and media students

Best Areas To Search

Students should focus on:

• Downtown Montréal
• Ville-Marie
• Westmount
• Griffintown
• Plateau-Mont-Royal
• Near metro-connected commercial areas

These areas provide a strong mix of retail, hospitality, office and event work.

Why The Campus Location Helps

Because LaSalle is downtown, students can often find work without a long commute. That matters for students balancing classes, assignments and living costs.

Practical Advice For International Students

Before applying for part-time jobs, students should:

• Check visa work conditions
• Make a one-page CV
• Apply early in the semester
• Keep shifts manageable around assessments
• Avoid illegal work
• Track contracts and pay records
• Use Career Services for help

Best Approach For September 2026

For a September 2026 start, the best strategy is to settle into study first and then look for work that supports your field or your living budget. Part-time work in Montréal is most useful when it also helps you build language, service or office experience.