Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Students should not take part-time jobs when they study in university.
These days, people hold an animated discussion about whether students should take part-time jobs when they study in university. Quite a few people consider that students should focus all their attention on learning but I take this viewpoint with a grain of salt. To my way of thinking, apart from their academic studies in university, students should be encouraged to take part-time jobs either on or outside the campus. In the first place, a part-time job gives students financial independence. Even though the money made from part time job cannot make you a fortune, but at least contribute to some income. Besides, by doing some part time jobs, students can not only learn how to save money but also start good financial management habits early. Moreover, with extra income students can relieve financial burden on their parents. In addition, part-time jobs are necessary to prepare students for future careers. Obviously, it is a good opportunity for the inexperienced students to acquire work skills. Gradually by accumulation, students become familiar with work environment. It is their good performance during this period that indicates their future success. We can safely say that part time jobs prepare students to be on track to step into society. Lastly, some work experience can expand students’ horizons. There's a growing consensus that university should not be an isolated ivory tower. Thus, if universities can build some social networks and created more part time job opportunities outside campus, it will enrich students’ daily life and tone down their study stress. Taking this one stop further, it is possible for students to seize the opportunity and start their own businesses. In summary, doing a part-time job generates such benefits as financial independence, career preparation and the chance to see the world. As a result, there is no reason for students not to go for it.