Students on a student visa may work up to 20 hours/week during term time, and full-time during scheduled breaks. Eligibility depends on your course type and language requirements. Below is a brief information about possible part-time jobs in New Zealand. However, you’re welcome to read our full article with more details.

Where to work part-time in NZ

Popular Part‑Time Job Sectors

The article outlines a wide range of casual jobs suitable for students or part-time workers:

• Acting or modeling, opportunities range from background roles to print/magazine modeling
• Events & hospitality—work at concerts, festivals, banquets as barista, waiter, merchandiser or promoter via agencies like Function Staff, Drake, Providore, Helping Hands
• Healthcare support, through agencies that recruit medical assistants, elderly care workers, or support staff
• Office and retail, including admin roles, call‑centre work or sales consulting
• Seasonal farm/orchard work
• Construction & production
• Childcare and babysitting, found on agency boards or community sites for roles such as nanny or after‑school care
• Pet sitting or housesitting
• Gardening, cleaning, housekeeping, especially in private homes.
• Driving or delivery, such as Uber or Uber Eats—requires a NZ driver license (≥2 years), vehicle less than 10 years old, passenger transport license or insurance for Uber Eats and meets list of requirements

Where to Find Jobs

Use online platforms such as

• TradeMe Jobs;
• Seek;
• Student Job Search;
• register with employment agencies tied to each sector

Key Tips

• Know your visa work rights clearly and only apply if permitted
• Ensure understanding of tax obligations

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