Student Jobs in Malta — Best Part-Time Work for University Students

<p>Whether you''re at the University of Malta, MCAST or a private college, part-time work is easy to combine with your studies — if you pick the right kind of job.</p> <h2>Student work rights in Malta</h2> <p>Full-time students can work part-time without any special permit if they are Maltese or EU citizens. Non-EU students on a study visa can usually work up to 20 hours per week during term and full-time during official holidays, but always check your residence permit conditions first.</p> <h2>Best jobs that fit around study</h2> <h3>Private tutoring (€15–€30/hr)</h3> <p>By far the best paid per hour. Maths, English, physics and chemistry have year-round demand, with a big spike around May exam season.</p> <h3>Retail (€6.50–€8/hr)</h3> <p>Evening and weekend shifts at The Point, Plaza, Tigné Point and Main Street. Predictable hours and easy to swap with classmates.</p> <h3>Hospitality (€7–€10/hr + tips)</h3> <p>St Julian''s, Sliema and Valletta bars and restaurants — perfect if you don''t mind late nights. Tips often double take-home pay in summer.</p> <h3>Admin and office</h3> <p>Many iGaming and finance companies hire student admin assistants for 15–20 hours a week. Quiet, structured work that''s good for revision-week downtime.</p> <h2>How many hours you can realistically work</h2> <p>A good rule of thumb: 12–16 hours a week during term, more during holidays. Anything above 20 hours and your grades will usually suffer.</p> <h2>Balancing work and studies</h2> <ul> <li>Block out lecture time before agreeing to shifts</li> <li>Avoid Sunday evening shifts the night before a 9am lecture</li> <li>Ask for a fixed schedule rather than rotating — easier to plan around</li> <li>Keep your CV updated with even short-term gigs; they add up</li> </ul> <h2>University of Malta resources</h2> <p>The KSU and Career Services office regularly share student-friendly job openings. Check their boards and Facebook page weekly.</p>