Students at Sarina Russo Institute can look for part-time work in Brisbane CBD and the surrounding inner-city suburbs. Because the campus is on Queen Street, the most realistic jobs are usually the ones that fit around class times and commuting by public transport.

Common Part-Time Job Options

Job type	Where students may find it	Why it can help
Retail assistant	Queen Street Mall, shopping centres and city stores	Builds customer service and communication skills
Cafe or restaurant staff	Cafes, fast-casual venues and restaurants	Common student work with flexible shifts
Hotel or reception staff	Hotels and serviced apartments in the CBD	Useful for professional communication and guest service
Administrative assistant	Offices, agencies and small businesses	Builds organisation and office skills
Events staff	Functions, conferences and venues	Good for evening and weekend shifts
Customer service agent	Call centres and service desks	Helps with problem-solving and workplace confidence
Tutor or study helper	Private tutoring and peer support	Good for students with strong academic skills
Campus or support roles	Student-facing services and local education providers	Often easier to balance with study

Best Areas To Search

Students near SRI should start with:

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

These areas give students a mix of retail, hospitality, admin and event-based work without needing a long commute.

How SRI Can Help

SRI's Joblinx service is relevant here too. The institute says it supports students with part-time and full-time employment opportunities, so students should use it alongside public job boards and local applications.

That can be especially useful for international students who are trying to find their first Australian role and need help understanding the local job market.

Jobs That Match The Campus Experience

The best part-time jobs for SRI students are often the ones that build skills employers actually notice:

• Customer service
• Clear communication
• Teamwork
• Reliability
• Time management
• Basic computer skills
• Professional presentation

Roles in retail, hospitality, reception and administration usually do this well.

Practical Advice For International Students

Before applying for part-time work, students should:

• Check visa work conditions
• Keep shifts realistic around class and assessment dates
• Prepare a simple one-page CV
• Apply for jobs close to the campus first
• Avoid cash-in-hand work
• Keep records of contracts and payslips
• Use Joblinx and student support services

Best Approach For 2026

For a 2026 start, the safest approach is to settle into classes first and then look for part-time work that does not damage attendance or study quality. In Brisbane, the best student jobs are usually the ones that are close, flexible and useful for future career moves.