Students at Russo Business School are in one of the easiest places in Brisbane to look for part-time work because the campus is in the CBD. The best jobs are usually the ones that build business-relevant skills while fitting around class time.

Common Part-Time Job Options

Job type	Where students may find it	Why it can help
Retail assistant	City shops and shopping centres	Builds customer service and sales skills
Cafe or restaurant staff	Cafes, bars and food venues	Flexible shifts and common student work
Reception or front desk	Offices, hotels and serviced apartments	Useful for professional communication
Admin assistant	Small businesses and offices	Builds office, software and organisation skills
Events staff	Venues, conferences and activation agencies	Good for evening and weekend work
Customer service agent	Call centres and service businesses	Improves communication and problem-solving
Brand or sales promoter	Retail campaigns and events	Useful for business and marketing students
Tutor or peer helper	Education services and private tutoring	Helps students with strong academic ability

Best Areas To Search

Students can focus on:

• Brisbane CBD
• Queen Street Mall
• South Brisbane
• Fortitude Valley
• Spring Hill
• Milton

These areas offer the best balance of shift availability and short commute times.

Why The Campus Location Helps

Being on Queen Street means students can often apply for work within walking distance of campus or with a very short transit trip. That is a major practical advantage for international students who need to balance study, commuting and work.

Practical Advice For International Students

Before applying for jobs, students should:

• Check visa work limits
• Prepare a clean one-page CV
• Choose roles that match class times
• Avoid jobs that require long travel times
• Keep study as the priority
• Track payslips and contracts carefully
• Use the school's student support if needed

Best Approach For September 2026

Students starting in September 2026 should first settle into the diploma structure, then look for work that reinforces business, customer service or office skills. The best part-time job is one that helps you study well and strengthens your future pathway.