Working and earning at university

Enhance your CV, boost your income, and gain valuable experience while you study.

Two students on Anglia Ruskin University's campus in Chelmsford

At ARU, we offer flexible, paid opportunities that fit around your course and help you develop the skills employers value most.

ARU Temps

ARU Temps is our campus recruitment agency. It connects you with temporary and part-time roles across our campuses. These include Student Ambassador positions and other opportunities that fit around your studies.

Why join ARU Temps?

All students are welcome to register, including international students (subject to visa restrictions on working hours).

You can register online before you start your course and visit us on campus when you arrive. Once registered, you’ll have access to our online jobs board to browse the latest vacancies.
Register now at https://temps.aru.ac.uk

Working for ARU Temps has given me the opportunity to meet and work with other ARU students, earn money, and create a well-rounded university experience where my studies are complimented and balanced with an array of fun and interactive job roles.

Olivia Zolke, PhD International Relations

Roles available through ARU Temps

Student Ambassadors play a key role in welcoming and supporting prospective students.

As an Ambassador, you’ll represent your course or faculty at events such as:

  • Open and Applicant days
  • UCAS fairs
  • Virtual events
  • Campus tours
  • Faculty events
  • School and college visits

Why become a Student Ambassador?

  • Flexible work that fits around your studies.
  • Develop skills like communication, teamwork, and leadership.
  • Make a real impact by inspiring future students.
  • Celebrate your achievements at our annual Student Ambassador Awards.

We welcome applications from all students, undergraduate or postgraduate, and we’re committed to diversity and inclusion.

We particularly encourage applications from students from underrepresented backgrounds, including those who identify as Black, Asian or minority ethnic, LGBTQIA+, care experienced, SEND, and widening participation backgrounds.

To find out more, email [email protected]

Employability Activators are specialist ambassadors who work closely with ARU’s Employability Service.

As an Employability Activator you'll:

  • promote and support employability events and initiatives
  • share your experiences to inspire other students
  • help peers access resources and prepare for their future careers
  • create content for ARU Employability social media channels.

Why become an Activator?

  • Gain valuable work experience and skills for your CV.
  • Make a difference by helping other students succeed.
  • Influence ARU’s employability offering and have your say.
  • Earn money in a flexible, part-time role.

We generally advertise for Activators in the summer, but vacancies can appear throughout the year. To apply, register with ARU Temps and check for openings.