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Part-Time: Off-Campus
Where are the jobs off-campus?
Fast Fact: Many Athens businesses receive between 5-15 job seeking walk-ins a day.
Who are some of the larger employers in the Athens area?
- Big Box - Lowe’s, Home Depot, K-mart, Grocery, Craft Stores (Michael’s), Target, K-Mart & Sam’s Club
- Georgia Square Mall - Macy’s, JC Penney, Sear’s and other stores
- Restaurants
- Other small business in Athens
- Outlying areas such as Commerce outlets and Watkinsville (Oconee County)
- Click here for a list of employers who attended our most recent part-time job fair
How do I apply for off-campus employment?
- Check DAWGlink
- Walk-in: Many stores would like students to walk in and introduce themselves to the hiring manager. Be prepared to fill out an application on the spot. I would suggest taking it home and filling it out if possible.
- Many chain type stores and restaurants have applications online. Don’t rely on this method to secure a job. Find out who the hiring manager is and stop by to introduce yourself.
Tips for securing off-campus employment
Did you know?
Many off-campus employers say dependability is the key quality they are looking for in student employees?
- Make phone calls to local employers and find out who the hiring manager is.
- Get out! Pound the pavement and introduce yourself to the hiring manager.
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Introduce yourself with a 15-30 second infomercial.
- “Hi, My name is Jake Strong and I’m a sophomore Psychology major from Marietta where I worked at Rocky’s Pizza Shack. I started out making pizzas but quickly was moved to the wait staff and often opened and closed the restaurant on my weekend shifts. I understand that great service is a key to your success and I believe I can contribute right away to Luigi’s Spaghetti Hut.”