7) Desk Attendant (on-campus)

Typical Hourly Pay: $8–$10

With many colleges upping campus security in recent years, schools all over the country are hiring student attendants to monitor those entering and exiting dorms and other campus buildings. If you’re used to pulling all-nighters on a regular basis, the nightshift could be perfect for you: With low foot-traffic in the middle of the night, you’ll have a lot of time to study while earning a paycheck.

Hotel Desk Clerk (off-campus)

Average Hourly Pay: $9.66

Do the job of a desk attendant off-campus and gain some valuable experience for your résumé. If you’re eyeing a career in the hospitality industry, starting as a hotel desk clerk can be a great way to get your foot in the door. The downside is you’ll typically be busier than a campus desk attendant, so you may not have as much time to study, and your manager may not want you absorbed in your econ homework when you’re supposed to be welcoming guests with a smile.