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Working at LUU is one of the best ways to ensure flexibility around your studies and an understanding team, and with jobs across bars, cafes, services and more, there’s a real variety of roles to consider.

At LUU, our working culture is all about inclusivity, fun, and a focus on learning and development. With a diverse team and inclusive ethos, everyone is welcome here. We’re building a learning organisation, and want every one of our staff to be invested in their own development – whether that’s striving to be the best they possibly can in their current role, or taking the opportunities available to them to upskill themselves for their future. Jobs at the Union are about more than just making money – they’re about finding friends and getting ready for your future.

Click here to find out more and view our vacancies.

“Starting my LUU journey as a Bar Assistant when I was in my first year completely made my university experience, which is why I am still here over a year after I graduated!

“It was so easy to fit shifts around my studies as there is a good system and managers are very considerate. Everyone is so welcoming and approachable, so I have always felt that I could ask the team for help.

“I have gained experience in interviewing and training new staff which are both transferable skills that helped me with my university course, my current role as a Part Time Assistant Manager in Venues or any future jobs I may have, as well as various hospitality skills like making cocktails in Terrace and lattes in Pyramid.

“If you are looking for a fun and inclusive job that accommodates your studies but also builds up your experience, confidence, and skills, LUU is the place for you. It is a great opportunity to learn, build up your CV, have fun and make friends for life!”

“I began at LUU as a Help & Support Assistant and spent a year working in the foyer team whilst I was finishing the final year of my International History & Politics degree.

“Balancing both work and study was quite easy as I didn’t have lots of contact hours and my work in the foyer was flexible. Coming to work was such a welcome change from spending hours thinking only in academic terms.

“After a year of working part-time, I’d amassed skills I didn’t even realise I was acquiring. So I ended up getting way more out of the role which I’d initially applied for just as a part-time job.”

Joblink is your student job shop, based in the Union building at the heart of campus.

As experts in the student job market, Joblink exists to connect Leeds students to the very best vacancies for part-time, flexible and holiday jobs, as well as internships and project work. Whether you’re after a standard part-time role, a flexible ad hoc cash boost, or even a full-time graduate role, Joblink can help. They’re also on hand to look over CVs and provide relevant advice – why not check out their ultimate guide to the UK job hunt for international students?

Click here to find out more and view vacancies.

“As an international student, to work with Joblink has been a remarkable experience during my time at the University of Leeds, and there are three main aspects of that experience I would like to highlight.

“First, they have jobs to fit all personalities and skills – for extroverts: the catering jobs, working in bars, coffee shops, shops and events.  For introverts: roles in the Students’ Union or in offices and facilities, with not too much social contact and straightforward tasks.

“Second, working in Joblink provided me with a different perspective on the university experience, being able to see what is going on behind the scenes and to understand what’s done to provide a high-quality education and student experience.

“Third, I would like to recall a friend I met working with Joblink who said: ‘JobLink is one of the most positive things we have here at LUU – I can educate myself but also have the chance to do some extra work, so I can go out with my friends, make a quick trip or be able to buy something special.’”

“I’ve been working with Joblink for about two years now and it has been a great opportunity for me. From the very beginning the staff has been very welcoming and I felt comfortable asking any questions I had regarding their open positions.

“I started by taking a few casual shifts, mainly hospitality shifts in the city centre or any odd jobs they had available on campus. This allowed me to earn extra money and get some experience while studying, which can be quite challenging. Taking shifts is also a great way to meet new people and make friends.

“When I graduated, Joblink helped me find a full-time job (they usually have some really amazing positions on their website) and I’ve kept working with them ever since. Everyone at Joblink has been nothing but supportive, quick to reply to any queries and loads of fun to chat with. I strongly recommend going to Joblink to anyone who’s looking for a way to work around their studies!”

“Working for Joblink has been a fantastic opportunity to expand my CV in a very short space of time. The variety of work available has opened several doors for my career, and I now work for the University of Leeds admissions team, a role I would not have attained were it not for the experience gained in my other Joblink roles.

“The diversity of the jobs available is matched by the flexibility of the working week. You never have to take a shift you can’t make, meaning your schedule is fitted to your needs.

“I think the most impressive aspect of Joblink is that unlike other agencies, the priority is you, the student; how they can help you, and ensure you have a positive working experience. If you’re going to work for someone during University, make it Joblink.”

Student Ambassadors

Joblink is currently hiring a number of Student Ambassadors to play an important role in the Leeds welcome and semester one experience. These flexible roles don’t require any prior experience and can be fitted around your own schedule, and are a great opportunity to make some cash whilst gaining new skills.

Take a look at the job advert for the full details and how to apply.

LUU outlet roles (upcoming)

LUU continually recruits for student staff to join its talent pool which feeds employees into roles across LUU’s bars, cafes, shops and catering, as vacancies open up throughout the year.

These roles enable you to support your Union whilst developing your skills through in-house training to help boost your future career prospects – and, of course, earn money around your studies.

LUU’s roles are so popular that the application window is closed right now, but make sure to keep an eye on our jobs page for when it opens back up.

Community Reps (volunteer position)

If you’re not looking for paid work but want to boost your skills and make a difference, this voluntary role could be for you. Working to strengthen students’ sense of belonging in the community, you’ll work on projects related to housing and the environment to improve things for your peers.

Take a look at the job advert for full details and how to apply.

Leeds University Union and the University of Leeds have been working extremely hard behind the scenes to ensure that campus is safe and ready for the new academic year.

The health and safety of our students and staff is our utmost priority at this time, and you can rest assured that all the necessary precautions have been taken to ensure your safety as both a student and member of staff. You can read more about our safety precautions here.

If you don’t feel comfortable coming to work on campus just yet, there are still a number of remote working options available to help you make money from the safety of your home.

From tutoring to interpreting and survey-taking to customer services, you’ll be surprised at some of the roles you can do remotely. Take a look at these categories on Joblink’s Pandemic-proof Jobs post for more information.