Which are the high-paying part-time jobs in Canada for international students?

 

Part-time work is possible for international students in Canada to offset the high costs of living.
Canada can be just as expensive as the USA. This is why it's important to find great part-time jobs, especially for international students.

You can find a variety of part-time jobs that pay well, regardless of whether you are studying to become a lawyer, doctor, or engineer.

To help you live a financially free life while you study, here is the research and scanned through the job boards. These jobs can give you maximum wages. So here is the compiled list of top-paying part-time jobs in Canada for international students.

However, there are some things you must do before you can be hired for that job. Let's start by looking at those requirements.

 

1. Freelancer

This job is for you if you love working remotely and at your own pace. A student can work in Canada as a freelancer that can include a freelance content writer or web/graphic designer, a copywriter, or even a translator.
You can earn a lot of money by working as a freelancer, depending on the client you work for and the quality of your work. You can expect to earn as much as $50 an hour.

2. Ridesharing/Uber driver

You can drive around Canada and enjoy driving. This is a popular part-time job for international students studying in Canada. Because of its flexibility and accessibility, this job is great. You have complete control over your time. All you need is a driver's license (which means that you must be at least 21 years old), a car, and a telephone.

Earnings depend on how frequently you drive. The average uber driver salary in Canada is  $20-$30 per hour.

 

3. Dog walker

If you are a dog lover then it is your dream job. People are so busy these days that they will pay someone to walk their dog. Crazy, but crazy good. You have the option to work for yourself or apply to many dog walking companies.

You might need to apply for a municipal license if you are in a large city. It's easy to arrange this on Google. Then it's a matter of finding customers and gathering your dogs before hitting the streets. You can earn up to $25 per hour.

4. Bartender

Although it's not the most lucrative job in Canada, it is one of the best. Canada expects a tip of 15-20%. This means that you can earn hundreds, even thousands, per week by serving at a bar or as a waiter in restaurants. In this job, you can expect up to $18-$25 per hour.

5. Tutor

This is a great part-time job if you are a knowledgeable and experienced person and can teach others. You can choose your niche and market yourself in tutoring. You can teach any subject and select your students from elementary school to college.

Depending on what subject you are teaching and how many students you have, your hourly rate can be anywhere from $20-25.

6. Teacher's Assistant.

Many professors and schools hire teacher assistants (TAs), who support them in various tasks during the term. Some of the duties include teaching and tutoring students, writing lesson plans, and maintaining student grades. Candidates must have completed at least one year at a college or university, be organized, and have experience in a particular course.
Being a TA is the best thing about it. You don't need to leave campus to be a TA. You don't have to leave campus. You can earn around $15.65/hour.

7. Nanny

Are you a person who enjoys spending time with children? Do you have previous experience in taking care of little monsters? A part-time nanny is an option for you if so. Parents often seek help with their children. This could include picking them up from school, cooking meals, or entertaining them.
You can work while your children are asleep. You have a higher chance of landing the job if you are certified in CPR. The hourly wage can vary depending on the responsibilities you have. But an average experienced nanny can secure up to $16.60 per hour.

8. Translator.

You can use your second, third, and fourth languages to translate! You must be fluent in a language to work as a translator. These skills are essential for translators who may need to facilitate written communication between people, edit documents, and do other tasks. $22.16/hour is the average rate for this job. You may be offered a job in an organization or you might choose to work for yourself.

9. Barista

Many students love to work in a coffee shop. It's a pleasant environment and everyone loves coffee! Students are highly sought after because of their flexible work schedules.
Although many people are wrong technically, they believe that baristas don't make a lot of money. Students may find it worthwhile to work for a company like Starbucks if they offer outstanding benefits. The average salary for a Barista employee is $15.20 per hour.

10. Salesperson

A career as a salesperson may be the right choice for you if you like to talk to people. You can also learn a lot of transferable skills by working as a salesperson.
Your earnings depend on where you work. You may be able to have greater control over your earnings by working for a company that offers commission-based sales. You can earn up to $15-$50.00 or even more than that. Simply put, if your sales are higher, it is easier to make more.

11. Security 

One of the highest paying jobs as per the current situation in Canada is a Security guard. There is no additional hustle in getting a job after getting the security license. In Canada, If you want to work as a security guard you need to clear 1 or 2 tests which is not much difficult. The whole process of getting a license will cost you about 350 CAD. After getting a license you will get an immediate job with a minimum wage of $16 per hour.

12. Construction Work 

If you are ready to test yourself and have a hunger to earn a bunch of money then this job is the best fit for you. Initially, you will face some difficulty to find a job. This job is a totally physical job, no one will hire you as an engineer if you are allowed to work only part-time in your student life. The construction industry is a very booming industry in Canada but the construction of Canada is different from at least India or any other Asian country. So, It might quite easy from Indian work, but you never know. 
This is the highest part-time paying job as per my research and experience. You may get $20-$25 per hour. 

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