How to find remote work as a college student?

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I’m a college student looking for part-time remote work or internships to gain experience and earn some money. How can I find legitimate remote opportunities that are flexible enough for a student schedule?

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Cameron Davis 13 May 2025

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Look for 'micro-internships' or project-based work on platforms like Parker Dewey or Forage (virtual work experiences). These are often shorter-term and designed for students.
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Riley Hall 15 May 2025

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Freelance platforms like Upwork or Fiverr can be good for finding small gigs in areas like writing, graphic design, social media, or virtual assistance. Build a portfolio of your class projects or personal work.
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Anonymous 16 May 2025

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Network with alumni from your college who are working in fields you're interested in. LinkedIn is great for this. They might know of entry-level remote opportunities or internships at their companies.
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M.L. 18 May 2025

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Many companies specifically recruit for remote interns. Search on LinkedIn, Indeed, and specialized remote job boards (like We Work Remotely, Remotive) using keywords like 'intern', 'entry-level', 'part-time remote'. Be specific about your availability.
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Taylor Brown 18 May 2025

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Tailor your resume to highlight relevant coursework, projects, and any skills applicable to remote work (e.g., self-discipline, time management, familiarity with collaboration tools).
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A.L. 20 May 2025

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Be wary of scams! If a remote job sounds too good to be true (e.g., high pay for very little work, requests for upfront payment), it probably is. Research any company thoroughly before applying or giving personal info.
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Genevieve Butler 21 Jun 2025

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One night during finals I applied to things from bed while wearing yesterday's hoodie and eating cold pizza, then fell asleep with my laptop on my chest and woke up to 27 unread emails and my roommate yelling about the sink. I once pitched a startup while on a bus and accidentally sent a follow up asking if they needed more coffee rather than more info. TMI I know, but college life is chaos and remote work needs to fit that.
Try a different angle: hunt in niche communities. Join Slack and Discord channels for your tech or creative interests, check hackathon prize boards and open source bounties like Gitcoin or BountySource, and cold-email small startups offering a short paid trial. Ask professors about funded remote research assistant roles or for credit-bearing internships that pay or offer stipends. Make a one-page "student availability" PDF that shows exactly when you can work and attach it to outreach. Those approaches get you flexible, legit gigs that respect a student schedule and often lead to longer roles once you prove yourself.
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Accepted Answer · 2025-05-13T12:30:00+00:00

Check your university's career services! Many have job boards with listings specifically for students, including remote roles. They also offer resume help tailored to students.