JobsOC (Jobs On Campus)

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What is JobsOC?

JobsOC (Jobs On Campus) is an on-campus jobs agency offering temporary and casual work assignments in the University to current Newcastle University students.

Students can apply to become part of the JobsOC Student Temp pool to undertake a range of short term, paid assignments. These vary in duration, from one day to up to 12 weeks maximum.

How much work can I expect?

Students work varied hours, from just a few hours per week, to up to 20 hours per week in term time, and up to 37 hours per week during vacations. Work is offered on a casual basis and regular hours are not guaranteed each week.

Details of new assignments are sent by email or text message to students in the pool - you have the opportunity to select assignments that fit with your interests and availability.

Most assignments take place on weekdays, however, a limited number of assignments may be available on evenings and weekends.

The salary for all roles is currently £7.07 per hour.

What kind of jobs are available?

A variety of roles are available, and may include:

  • clerical support
  • events assistance
  • catering/hospitality
  • data entry
  • cleaning
  • IT support

What are the benefits of taking part?



What students say about JobsOC

'JobsOC allows me to work in a truly flexible way around my studies, and has given me experience in a variety of sectors, some of which I didn't have experience in before.'
Emelia Nunn St-John, Stage 3, Marine Biology

Read our student case studies from Naomi and Benjamin to find out more about their experience of JobsOC.

Who is eligible to take part?

All current Newcastle University students are eligible to apply.

International students must ensure that they are eligible to work in the UK during their studies.

All students will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK before being offered a contract of employment.

How do I apply?

To be considered for temporary on-campus jobs, you need to apply to become part of the JobsOC Student Temp pool. Recruitment takes place at several points during the year and is advertised on the University's Vacancies portal.

Students who have been shortlisted from the online applications will be invited to sit a clerical test and attend an interview.

For full information about the current vacancies, see the JobsOC Temps advert.

Important dates:

  • Applications open: 23 September - 8 October
  • Shortlisting: from 9 October
  • Clerical tests and interviews: 21 October - 7 November
  • Induction session (successful applicants only): 12, 14 or 26 November

Sign up to the JobsOC Interest Form to receive email alerts about future recruitment dates.

Need more help?

  • Application form guidance notes (PDF: 31KB).
  • Making applications - information and advice on completing application forms and preparing for interviews. Drop into the Careers Service for further help, we're available during term-time from 10am - 4:30pm, Mon - Fri and 11am - 3pm during vacations; no appointment needed.
  • Attend our 'How to succeed at interviews' workshop. These take place throughout the academic year - visit Events to find out when the next one is taking place.

Need to contact us?

To find out more about JobsOC please call in to the Careers Service or contact jobsoc@ncl.ac.uk.

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