How to find part time jobs in malaysia?

There are many different ways to find part-time jobs in Malaysia for students or anyone else. For example, you can search the classified ads section in your nearest local newspaper. Also, look at notice boards in places like school for any opportunities that students may be looking for, talk with friends and families to see if they know of any available options around town, etc. This article will cover eight critical points to finding a part-time job in Malaysia.

1. Research

Research what jobs are available in the area. State names, types of jobs (office/clerical, customer service), minimum wages, etc. Some places may pay better than others for certain things like minimum wage. It is also heavily dependent on taxes (state/county/city taxes) so research a little bit to make sure a job doesn't end up costing you money at the end of each week due to an increase in taxes. You can also use resources like Indeed and Glassdoor (requires login) for job listings and reviews (and salary information).

2. Manage your Time

Don't take a part-time job that will create extra stress or a burden on your schedule. For example, you don't want to be stuck between two positions with conflicting hours because one is closing earlier than the other, and it's causing you to squeeze more work into a shorter timeframe than necessary. Remember: minimum wage doesn't go as far as you would like it to, so pick something that fits into your schedule.​

3. Dress appropriately

My most significant piece of advice for this little tidbit is to dress toward the top of the office / professional spectrum. I'm not saying you're going to be dealing with clients, necessarily (if that's the case, then yes: business casual is completely fine and dandy); I'm just talking about how you dress compared to those around you daily. If everyone else wears jeans and t-shirts every day, make sure you look like you belong in an office. You don't want people thinking, "Is this person new? They should put some effort into learning the job," or "why is this person dressed so well when they haven't been here for very long?" Of course, you don't need to wear a suit, but at least dress appropriately for the field of work.

4. Pick Something Local

This one applies to office/clerical-type jobs and customer service. If you're working in a mall location, say so on your resume, and talk about where specifically you will be employed. It shows you have boundaries and respect time and people's schedules because it lets them know they won't need to commute across town for an interview. They also know that the company can't just "send" somebody to pick up your application. Imagine if the person has kids. It would be disrespectful of those parents' time and yours if somebody were to show up at your home unannounced without prior notification (and keep in mind: this is just for customer service type positions).

5. Keep track of all applications submitted.

It's easy to get lost in the shuffle, so if you're sending out applications, make sure you have a master list of where / when they were sent and who you spoke with. It is beneficial if someone calls for an interview. Don't go into the job thinking, "I don't even remember sending them my name or address," because it's impolite and unprofessional. As I said above: dress toward the top of the professional spectrum (standards vary across industries), know your schedule and keep track of everything.

6. Be confident but not overbearing.

Many people say that having confidence is key to success; this is partially true, but one thing will always beat out the spirit: respect. Trust can be considered cocky or arrogant, which isn't always the best way to make an excellent first impression. They say, "you catch more flies with honey than vinegar," and while you want to respect yourself (don't lie about your skills/experience) and not sell yourself short, you don't want to be an ass because it makes people, not like you. It's essential to balance the two; flattery may get you everywhere, but it's hard for someone to remember you when all they can think about is how much of a jerk you acted like at the end of the interview/job.

7. Be friendly

Just because someone isn't interested in hiring you for this particular position doesn't mean you can't try to make a good impression. I've left several jobs because the other employees were miserable and didn't enjoy their time there. It's not just for this particular employer, either: be friendly and open with everybody. You never know who may need help or can point you in the right direction for that next job opportunity.

8. Browse Internet

There is another way to do it by browsing the Internet, which usually will show more results than offline (e.g., through newspapers). For example, here are some websites to look up job opportunities.

• Joob.com.my lists thousands of part-time jobs throughout Malaysia, including internship opportunities, freelance work, and other extra income earning. From data entry clerks to graphic designers, consultants to babysitters - practically every job is available. Jobs in Malaysia can be found from various sources, and here is one place where you can go through all the job details on just a single website instead of going everywhere.

• Joob.com.my provides part-time jobs in Malaysia that are flexible for morning or night classes students. You can find full-time positions under Joob.com.my, but they only offer the type of work and not when it starts and ends, so part-time jobs would be better if you want to ensure maximum flexibility. Employers advertise their positions on Joob.com.my with complete details, including working locations, salaries offered and required qualifications. Some home-based opportunities are also available for those seeking work from home. Joob.com.my assists you in finding the most suitable position by giving out job alerts based on your criteria and notifications of any new opportunities.

I hope these tips help at least one person out there looking for employment. Good luck to all of you; please leave any other pointers in the comment section below if anyone else has any other tips.