Work Permit and Career Options

The UK is one of the countries that offers international students the opportunity to work during their education and after graduation. Part-time jobs, internships, and post-graduation career opportunities contribute to students' academic and professional development. However, work permits differ depending on the student's study level and visa type.

This guide provides detailed information about work permits, post-graduation job opportunities, internship programs, and student career processes.

Your visa type and the duration of the program you are studying are determining factors in being able to work as a student in the UK.

Work Permit for Language School Students

1.  Students cannot work in language courses for less than 6 months.

Work Permit for Undergraduate and Graduate Students

The work permit for international students studying undergraduate or graduate in the UK is as follows:

1. They can work a maximum of 20 hours per week during term time.
2. They can work full-time during holidays (semester break, summer vacation).
3. They can work on or off the university's campus.

Note: Students do not have the right to work as freelancers or freelancers. A work permit is only valid for salaried jobs.

Student work opportunities often consist of jobs that offer flexible hours and align with study hours.

✅ Part-Time Jobs

1. Restaurants, cafes, hotels
2. Shops and retail industry
3. Libraries and university on-campus jobs

✅ On-Campus Jobs

1. University events and organisations
2. Library and research assistantship
3. Work in student support offices

✅ Internships and Professional Experiences

1. Students can gain experience in the business world by doing internships suitable for their academic fields.
2. Internship opportunities and consulting programs are common in business, engineering, IT, media, and finance industries.

Tip: Internship programs often help students establish a strong foundation for a career after graduation and make finding a job more manageable.

The UK offers international students the "Graduate Route" visa, which allows them to work for 2 years after graduation.

1. Bachelor's and master's graduates can work full-time in the UK for → 2 years.
2. PhD graduates can have a work permit for → 3 years.
3. During this time, students can work in any sector or business field.

Note: The Graduate Route visa allows students to gain work experience in the UK and work without the need for employer sponsorship.

Review our Cooperation and Internship Opportunities page for Career and Job Opportunities in the UK.