Retail and hospitality
Usually available across Cork; apply in the first weeks of term.
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Part-Time Jobs in Cork
Ireland's second city, with pharma and tech employers. Here's what students can earn in Cork, the rules on hours and how far part-time pay goes against rent.
- Up to 20 hours a week in term
- €14/hour minimum
- Rent €700 – €1,000/month
- 2 universities nearby
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Can Indian students find part-time jobs in Cork?
Yes, within visa rules: up to 20 hours a week in term; 40 hours in set holiday periods. At €14 an hour, 20 hours a week earns about €1,225 a month before tax — roughly 144% of a typical Cork room (€700 – €1,000). Part-time income helps with living costs; it shouldn't be counted on for tuition.
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Working in Cork
- Hours allowed
- Up to 20 hours a week in term; 40 hours in set holiday periods
- Minimum pay
- National minimum wage €14.15 an hour (from January 2026)
- Rent (room)
- €700 – €1,000 a month
- Yearly living budget
- €16,000 – €19,600
- Universities nearby
- 2
Jobs
Common student jobs in Cork
Tech-company customer support
Usually available across Cork; apply in the first weeks of term.
Campus jobs
Usually available across Cork; apply in the first weeks of term.
Healthcare assistant roles (with training)
Usually available across Cork; apply in the first weeks of term.
Earnings vs rent
How far part-time pay goes in Cork
Universities
Universities in Cork
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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About €1,225 a month for 20 hours a week at the minimum rate, before tax.
Up to 20 hours a week in term; 40 hours in set holiday periods
Roughly 144% of an average room at 20 hours a week — enough to help, but plan savings or a loan for the rest.
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